Sourcing Manager, Marketing Category
Core
Strategic sourcing manager leading end-to-end sourcing initiatives for the Marketing category (Creative & Media, Sponsorships, MarTech, Direct/Digital Marketing, Research, PR) to deliver value, reduce risk, and optimize spend.
Role type
Senior IC Sourcing Manager (Marketing Category)
Builds
Sourcing strategies, supplier portfolios, and commercial contracts for marketing services
Domain
Financial Services / Marketing Procurement
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, category management, commercial negotiation, supplier risk management, stakeholder management, market analysis, contract lifecycle management, spend analysis
Preferred skills
Marketing procurement experience, knowledge of marketing sub-categories (Creative, MarTech, PR), experience with agency fee structures and media commissions
Technologies
Sourcing platforms, contract management systems, spend analysis tools
Responsibilities
Lead competitive sourcing events and supplier selection; develop category strategies and roadmaps; negotiate commercial terms and contracts; conduct market and supply analysis; manage supplier risk and performance; partner with stakeholders to align sourcing with business objectives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
