Senior Strategic Sourcing Consultant – Marketing Direct Print and Direct Mail
Core
Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and category management for Marketing, Brand Management, and Public Affairs, focusing on direct print, direct mail, print production, mailing services, and fulfillment.
Role type
Senior Strategic Sourcing Consultant (Category Management)
Builds
Supplier engagements, category strategies, and contract frameworks for marketing execution services.
Domain
Financial Services / Marketing Operations / Print & Direct Mail Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
strategic sourcing, category management, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, risk management, stakeholder partnership, compliance reporting, subject matter expertise, commercial analysis, financial benchmarking
Preferred skills
complex contract drafting, marketing execution supply chain knowledge, direct mail supplier capabilities, banking regulations knowledge, cross-functional stakeholder management
Technologies
strategic sourcing platforms, contract lifecycle management tools, postal optimization systems
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end sourcing activities for complex supplier engagements; Develop and execute category strategies for direct print and direct mail services; Lead supplier negotiations including commercial models and contract provisions; Manage strategic supplier relationships and evaluate supplier controls; Build relationships with business partners to define requirements and execute RFx events; Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate requirements; Provide guidance and subject matter expertise to less experienced professionals.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities