Sourcing/ Procurement Manager (Marketing Category)

Company Description:

Featured by Everest Group among the top QA companies to watch out for, ImpactQA is a global software testing and quality assurance consulting company that provides end-to-end testing solutions across automation, performance, security, and enterprise software like SAP, Oracle, Salesforce and Commodity Trading Platforms like Endur and RightAngle. Leveraging more than a decade of experience, we cater to a diverse portfolio of clients across a spectrum of business domains. Our esteemed client roster includes Starbucks, Exxon, PBF, Coinbase, NinjaOne, Delos, DTDC, Schneider Electric, PowerSchool, Lone Wolf, Majid Al Futtaim, PVR Cinemas, Yes Bank, Panasonic, Deloitte, Rocket Internet, Yum Brands, Terex, and many more. Our headquarters is in Dallas, and we have delivery centers in the US, UK, and India.

At ImpactQA, our strength is in efficiently delivering leading-edge software testing services and support to customers, and we’re proud to set the standard for success in our industry.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a strategic, highly collaborative Marketing Sourcing Manager to lead the procurement strategy across our global marketing and advertising spend. You will be responsible for end-to-end sourcing activities-including major media and production negotiations, contract structuring, and supplier performance management.

The ideal candidate understands that marketing spend category procurement is not just about cutting costs; it is about maximizing ROI, unlocking supplier innovation, and protecting the brand's creative integrity.

Job Title: Sourcing/ Procurement Manager (Marketing Category)
Location: Palo Alto CA; Onsite- Hybrid
Job Type: Contractual

Experience: 7-10 Years

Key Skills:

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
• 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.
• Partner closely with Legal, Data Privacy, and Information Security teams to mitigate corporate risk, ensure compliance, and secure intellectual property (IP) rights.
• Stakeholder Collaboration & Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
• Build deep, trust-based relationships with internal marketing stakeholders, acting as a strategic advisor rather than a transactional roadblock.
• Establish and lead robust SRM programs for strategic agency partners, conducting regular Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and driving continuous improvement.
• Act as a mediator to resolve high-stakes commercial or operational disputes with external partners.
• Develop and execute category growth strategies aligned with business goals.
• Conduct detailed category market research and competitor benchmarking.
• Analyse customer behaviour, market trends, pricing, and demand patterns.
• Identify new business opportunities, product gaps, and market expansion areas.

Responsibilities:

• Support Client teams 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.
• Provide benchmarking across suppliers and services.
• Prepare contract negotiations materials and playbook.
• Manage and track SLAs with key suppliers.
• Follow-up with Direct suppliers on pricing updates.
• Track contract renewals and PO balance.
• Manage Buy/Sale process.
• Conduct market research and assessment of solutions relevant to Client.
• Support with NDA follow-ups and execution

Essential Hiring Skills:

• Sourcing & Category awareness
• Supplier Relations Mgmt.
• Purchasing Transactions
• Data admin
• Exposure to latest Procurement platforms as End-user

Education:

• Bachelor's degree

IMPACTQA IS COMMITTED TO EQUALITY

ImpactQA is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $50.00 - $70.00 per hour

Ability to Commute:

• Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Palo Alto, CA 94301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50 - $70