Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Solomon Page is a specialty staffing and executive search company partnering with organizations across a wide range of functions and industries. The company is seeking an experienced Marketing Procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing and category management across influencer, creator, social media, creative, media, content production, experiential, digital marketing, and agency services. The role will partner with Marketing, Brand, Finance, and Legal teams to develop category strategies, lead sourcing initiatives, negotiate with suppliers, and drive measurable value creation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute category strategies aligned with brand objectives, annual plans, and long-term business priorities
- Lead sourcing and procurement initiatives across influencer marketing, social media, creative, media, content production, experiential, digital marketing, and agency services
- Identify and drive value creation opportunities through spend analysis, supplier optimization, commercial negotiations, and demand management
- Manage complex RFPs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, contracting, and implementation
- Evaluate agency models, scopes of work, rate structures, and supplier performance to improve commercial outcomes
- Provide market intelligence and category insights to inform decision-making and uncover new opportunities
- Partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders to balance creative objectives with commercial value and risk management
Skills
- 5+ years of Marketing Procurement and Category Management experience, including Influencer, Creator, and Social Media Marketing
- Strong knowledge of agency models, talent economics, licensing/usage rights, scopes of work, and key marketing cost drivers
- Proven success developing category strategies, leading complex sourcing initiatives, and delivering measurable business value
- Strong analytical, financial, negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills
- Ability to influence senior cross-functional leaders and operate independently in a fast-paced environment
- Bachelor's degree required
- Experience within consumer-focused industries such as retail, fashion, beauty, or consumer products preferred
- Advanced degree or certifications (CPSM, Six Sigma, etc.) are a plus
- Global and multi-brand organization experience preferred
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- 401(k)
- Direct deposit
- Commuter benefits
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