In collaboration with our client, we are searching for a German-speaking Procurement Manager Marketing Services to be based in Zurich.
As a Marketing Sourcing expert, you will operate in a senior capacity, managing related services and contracts to deliver cost reduction programs across a wide region. You will take a consultative approach to provide solutions both internally and externally.
Your key responsibilities as the Procurement Manager Marketing Services will include:
Provide best-in-class solutions within the Sourcing area for Marketing Services, Advertising and Media
Operate in a consultative manner, working specifically with external customers and suppliers to understand their needs and adapt accordingly to varying requests and demands
Being a key stakeholder support in the sourcing lifecycle - including driving sourcing, RFI, RFP, evaluation, drafting, contracting, onboarding, negotiations, supplier management, etc.
Review, negotiation, and execution of contracts with vendors for MarCom services and contracts, including Advertising, Creative Content and Media related
Display strong Sourcing/Procurement knowledge to be able to guide, advise and consultant with clients and ultimately solve their needs in the Marketing spend area
Display commercial awareness and business acumen to contribute to the growth of the business and the services provided
For this Procurement Manager Marketing Services role, we are looking for high-calibre candidates with the following skill sets:
Bachelor's and/or master's degree - a focus on Marketing would be a plus
Ideally, 8+ years’ experience in managing/strategic procurement of MarCom services, and expertise with local and international Marketing agencies would be an advantage
A track record in operating within a Consultative or Account Management role
Ability to utilize procurement and financial data to understand spending trends and to leverage information to identify procurement insights that result in process efficiencies and cost savings
Strong influencer who has the readiness to identify cost reduction opportunities
Fluent in both German and English
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