CBS-2503-125
GLOBAL PURCHASING & PROCUREMENT MANAGER- MARKETING & MEDIA
BARCELONA
We are seeking this role for a leading pharmaceutical company in dermatology, operating in approximately 90 countries. With an innovative and science-based portfolio, it consists of premium brands and services that cover the entire field of dermatology. We are looking for results-oriented individuals with a learning mindset and positive energy. Teamwork and collaboration are fundamental to the team, as is the passion for making a significant impact on the consumers, patients, and healthcare professionals they serve daily.
Indirect Procurement is a key function within the organization, responsible for managing indirect spending through a matrix structure. This structure combines a vertical category-based organization with a horizontal market procurement network. They are undergoing a process of evolution and transformation, creating additional value both for the company and for the Procurement function itself.
Your Mission:
Through category management, you will be responsible for developing strategic relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, designing efficient solutions that drive cost reduction and growth, and being part of a highly engaged team that acts with integrity and a proactive attitude.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, recommend, and implement 1-3 year strategic plans with clear KPIs.
* Facilitate category policies in cooperation with key stakeholders.
* Develop and maintain a robust database of influencers and advocacy professionals.
* Manage spending and demand: experience in cost models and price control.
* Negotiate terms and conditions with influencers, agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure favorable agreements.
* Lead and influence the Procurement network at global, regional, and local levels.
* Support the business with internal audits for global suppliers.
* Collaborate with marketing, communication, and product teams to define advocacy and influencer needs.
* Define requirements, lead supplier identification and selection processes.
* Conduct strategic negotiation and contracting with key suppliers.
* Lead business review processes with strategic suppliers and evaluate KPIs (BRM).
* Experience and process optimization in purchasing channels and S2P.
Specific Areas of Management:
* Manage the operation of the Performance Remuneration Incentive Program (PRIP) across 35 markets and 3 business units with the global media agency.
* Ownership and management of service KPI tracking and cost measurement.
* Supervision, audit, and reconciliation of media performance incentives.
* Co-lead media performance management alongside global agency and marketing teams.
* Manage contracts and commercial terms with the S. HCP media agency.
* Supervise media savings methodologies.
* Manage relationships with ecommerce providers at a global and regional level.
* Oversee contracts and commercial terms, ensuring performance optimization and SRM.
* Supervise Brand Safety providers, content SEO, media dashboards, and media audits.
Skills Requirements:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Procurement, or related discipline.
* Proficiency in English (spoken and written); a second language is an advantage.
* Knowledge of marketing and paid media.
* Understanding of the synergy between paid, earned, and owned media.
* Familiarity with Martech.
* Experience in acquiring KOL services, influencers, social media, and ecommerce.
* Experience in developing and evaluating make-or-buy business models.
* Knowledge of the communication sector.
* Extensive experience in industrial, FMCG, and/or life sciences companies (e.g., pharmaceutical), where Procurement is a mature and strategic function.
* Experience in contract management and negotiations in advocacy or digital Marketing.
* Strong persuasive communication and interpersonal skills.
* Experience interacting with executive teams and senior leadership.
* Ability to influence suppliers and internal/external stakeholders.
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