What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sourcing Procurement Manager - Marketing position at Elite Search Solutions?
Initial 12-months fixed term contract
We are seeking a strategic and highly collaborative Marketing Sourcing Manager to lead the procurement strategy across our global marketing and advertising spend. In this role, you will act as a critical business partner to our Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and brand teams, translating marketing objectives into commercial realities.
You will be responsible for end-to-end sourcing activities—including agency roster optimization, major media and production negotiations, contract structuring, and supplier performance management.
The ideal candidate understands that marketing procurement is not just about cutting costs; it is about maximizing ROI, unlocking supplier innovation, and protecting the brand's creative integrity.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies for global marketing spend
- Analyze market trends, supplier landscapes, and internal spend data to identify cost-saving and value-creation opportunities
- Commercial Negotiation & Contract Management. Draft, negotiate, and execute Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
- Structure highly effective commercial models, including performance-based agency compensation, labor-rate cards, and value-based pricing.
- Support by Leading complex, high-value RFPs (Requests for Proposal) and vendor selections from scoping through to final award.
- Conduct detailed sourcing spend assessment of POs, invoices, and budgets.
Skills & Experience
- 10 years Procurement, Sourcing & Category Management experience
- Marketing procurement background
- Bachelor's degree
- Strong Supplier Relations Management experience
- Exposure to latest Procurement platforms as End-user
Salary : $150,000 - $200,000