Senior Procurement Manager – San Mateo, CA

Teldar Group Inc; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

Opportunities for advancement

Excellent benefits

Job summary

A leading procurement-focused search firm in California is seeking an experienced sourcing professional with over 8 years of experience in procurement and category management. The role involves strategic sourcing initiatives, vendor management, and negotiation of contracts, with opportunities for advancement and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of procurement, sourcing, or category management experience.
• Knowledge of Sales and Marketing sourcing, particularly in advertising, creative, and media.
• Experience leading renewal and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct spend analysis and develop sourcing strategies.
• Lead cross-functional teams for category strategies.
• Plan and execute RFIs and RFPs; lead negotiations.

Skills

Procurement experience

Sourcing knowledge

Project management

Job description

This role is responsible for the development and execution of sourcing initiatives across the Commercial Spend category. It involves conducting spend analysis, analyzing markets, identifying sourcing value levers, executing competitive RFIs/RFPs, and leading supplier negotiations. There are many opportunities for advancement and growth, along with a comprehensive compensation package and excellent benefits.

Company Information

This national company provides leadership for finance leaders across multiple industries. Many of these companies are experiencing rapid growth and seek experts who can deliver results while enhancing team performance.

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing and vendor management
• Identify and engage key business partners; gather industry and business requirements to ensure sourcing solutions meet needs
• Lead cross-functional teams to develop category strategies for top Commercial spend areas
• Prioritize initiatives based on opportunity and engagement criteria
• Manage multiple strategic sourcing initiatives, utilizing established guidelines and change management expertise
• Plan and execute RFIs and RFPs; lead supplier price and contract negotiations
• Manage supplier selection and develop data analysis requirements for informed decisions
• Contribute as a thought leader within the Sourcing organization

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of procurement, sourcing, or category management experience
• Knowledge of Sales and Marketing sourcing, especially in advertising, creative, and media
• Experience leading renewal and contract negotiations
• Strong project management skills
• Deep understanding of external marketing agency practices

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The Teldar Group
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