Category Sourcing Manager, Marketing
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Responsibility Description Category Strategy & Planning Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies for the Marketing category, working closely with functional groups to understand their long-term needs and deliver tangible value.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, with experience in Marketing including Creative & Brand, PR/Communications, Swag, Paid…
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.
- →Minimum of 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, with experience in Marketing including Creative & Brand, PR/Communications, Swag, Paid Media, Web Marketing and Events
- →Proven ability to lead contract and commercial term negotiations independently.
- →Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- →Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- →Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- →Familiarity with the procure-to-pay process and proficiency in tools like Google Workspace and MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint).
Requirements
~2 min read- Professional certifications such as CSCP, CPSM, or CPIM.
- Strong negotiation skills and experience in leading negotiations across various services and indirect categories
- Independently run and manage RFPs
- Ability to be responsible for multiple projects with tight target dates
- Familiarity with the procure-to-pay process and vendor management principles
- Excellent project management and time management skills
- Proficiency with analytics and reporting
- Experience with ERP and financial systems. Familiarity with Coupa, Workday/ScoutRFP is a plus
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Listing Details
- Posted
- March 23, 2026
- First seen
- March 23, 2026
- Last seen
- May 7, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 45
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 42%
- Scored at
- May 8, 2026
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