Michael Page is hiring: Category Manager, Marketing/Media - Remote in Chicago

• Fully remote position
• Exciting opportunity to work with various social media platforms and networks

About Our Client

My client is a large global organization with ample room for career growth. The Category Manager - Marketing/Media is exciting as this person will be working on some of the largest media contracts for the organization. This role is fully remote with travel 1-2x per quarter.

Job Description

• Category Strategy Development:
  • Develop and execute procurement strategies specific to the marketing and media category, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
  • Analyze the spend within marketing and media services, identifying areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
  • Understand marketing trends and the evolving media landscape to anticipate future procurement needs.
• Supplier Management & Negotiation:
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key marketing and media suppliers (e.g., media agencies, creative agencies, production companies).
  • Lead negotiations to secure favorable terms, pricing, and contracts, ensuring the best value for the company.
  • Regularly assess supplier performance and develop strategies for supplier improvement or replacement as needed.
• Cost Control & Budgeting:
  • Manage the category's procurement budget, ensuring that marketing and media services are procured within budget constraints while maximizing value.
  • Identify opportunities for cost reductions and optimize the allocation of marketing/media spend.
  • Work with finance and marketing departments to forecast procurement needs and set budgets for marketing activities.
• Contract Management & Compliance:
  • Oversee contract development and management for marketing and media vendors, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and legal requirements.
  • Ensure contracts meet the needs of the business and provide flexibility for changing market conditions.
  • Monitor contract performance and ensure adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).
• Market Analysis & Supplier Sourcing:
  • Conduct ongoing market research to stay updated on industry trends, supplier innovation, and pricing dynamics in the marketing and media sectors.
  • Identify and source new suppliers that offer innovative marketing solutions, better pricing, or strategic advantages.
  • Conduct supplier benchmarking to ensure the company is getting the best value from its media and marketing investments.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Collaborate closely with marketing teams to understand their procurement needs and support them in achieving campaign objectives.
  • Partner with finance, legal, and other departments to align procurement strategies with overall corporate goals.
  • Facilitate internal communication between procurement and marketing departments to ensure smooth execution of marketing campaigns and media buys.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify potential risks in the supply chain for marketing and media services, including supply disruptions, price volatility, and compliance risks.
  • Develop risk mitigation strategies to protect the business from unforeseen disruptions or cost increases.
• Performance Metrics & Reporting:
  • Track and report on the performance of the marketing and media procurement category using key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cost savings, supplier performance, contract compliance, and budget adherence.
  • Provide regular reports to senior management on procurement performance and suggest improvements.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Marketing, or a related field (CIPS or other procurement certifications are a plus).
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in procurement, ideally with experience in marketing, media, or advertising procurement.
• Skills:
  • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Deep understanding of procurement best practices, especially within marketing and media services.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze costs, contracts, and market trends.
  • Experience in contract management and vendor performance evaluation.

What's on Offer

Target compensation for the Category Manager - Marketing/Media is $120,000 - $140,000 + 10% Bonus.

Contact

Clayton Hamilton

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