OPEN JOB: Associate Manager, Procurement - Media Services LOCATION: Piscataway, New Jersey
SALARY: $106,400 to $150,000
As the Media Services Procurement Associate Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping and executing sourcing strategies for over $800MM of media initiatives across North America. You’ll be at the forefront of change, influencing supplier relationships and media investments to maximize value for Brands including Colgate-Palmolive, Hill’s, and CP Skin Health Group. Step into a dynamic environment where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your leadership will power business growth. Responsibilities:
Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting processes for media, e-commerce, retail media, influencer, advertising production, and agency operations, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, driving collaboration, value creation, and continuous improvement.
Develop and implement innovative media sourcing strategies, identifying opportunities for growth, cost savings, and process optimization.
Conduct ongoing market analysis, supplier segmentation, and spend analytics to inform strategic decisions and deliver on KPIs.
Foster supplier diversity and manage robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs to deliver excellence and innovation across categories.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies while leading RFI/RFP processes, risk management, and digital transformation projects in support of the Global Procurement agenda.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Sourcing, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
At least 8 years’ experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Media, or Marketing-related roles.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proven ability to analyze complex data, develop strategies, and negotiate contracts.
Deep understanding of media and advertising operations within a CPG or agency environment.
Advanced skills in supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and strategic cost management.
Proficiency with procurement software and exposure to leading digital/data analytics initiatives.
Strong leadership, innovation mindset, and a passion for driving change and sharing best practices across teams.
Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, demonstrated via impactful project execution.
If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please respond back and include the following:
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