Marketing Procurement Specialist

Job Descriptions:

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities across marketing-related categories, including media, advertising, creative agencies, production, events, promotional materials, digital content, and related services.
• Develop sourcing strategies through market analysis, supplier evaluation, competitive bidding (RFI/RFQ/RFP), and commercial negotiations.
• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and commercial discussions to deliver cost-effective and value-driven procurement solutions.
• Manage the procurement lifecycle, including tendering, purchase documentation, contract administration, supplier performance evaluation, and contract renewal.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with agencies, production houses, media partners, and other strategic suppliers.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Prepare procurement recommendations, commercial evaluations, and business cases for management approval.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance requirements, and contractual obligations while managing procurement risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Communications, Economics, or a related field.
• At least 5–8 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, or commercial management, preferably supporting marketing or professional services.
• Experience managing sourcing projects, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
• Strong commercial acumen, analytical thinking, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with ERP or procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Oracle, or equivalent) and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across different business functions.

Nice to Have

• Experience procuring media buying, advertising, digital marketing, creative agencies, event management, production services, promotional merchandise (premium), POSM/POP materials, or content production.
• Experience working with both online and offline marketing campaigns.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Professional certifications in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Project Management are an advantage.