Senior Procurement Category Manager - Marketing

Senior Procurement Category Manager - Marketing
North London – 4 days in the office

Talent Drive are currently partnering with a leading Global digital entertainment business who are on an exciting journey of growth and transformation. They are looking for a Senior Marketing Category manager as the recently appointed Procurement Director continues to expand the greenfield function.

• Own and deliver the global category strategy for Marketing, Media & Ad Tech, aligned with wider business objectives.
• Develop category plans using market intelligence, supplier benchmarking and demand analysis.
• Drive cost optimisation, value creation and innovation across the marketing supply base.
• Lead strategic sourcing across areas including:
• Digital media, including programmatic, paid social and search, Ad tech platforms, including DSPs, data platforms and martech tools, creative, brand and performance marketing agencies.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing events, including RFPs, RFQs and tenders, from specification through to contract execution.
• Negotiate complex commercial models, including media pricing, agency retainers and incentive structures.
• Secure strong contractual terms while balancing cost, quality, performance and risk.

• Significant procurement experience, specialising within Marketing and/or Media categories.
• Strong understanding of media buying, agency models and the wider marketing ecosystem.
• Proven experience leading complex sourcing and contract negotiations.
• Experience developing and implementing procurement strategies and best practice.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.