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
1. Design, recommend, and implement 1-3 year strategic plans with clear KPIs.
2. Facilitate category policies in cooperation with key stakeholders.
3. Develop and maintain a robust database of influencers and advocacy professionals.
4. Manage spending and demand: experience in cost models and price control.
5. Negotiate terms and conditions with influencers, agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure favorable agreements.
6. Lead and influence the Procurement network at global, regional, and local levels.
7. Support the business with internal audits for global suppliers.
8. Collaborate with marketing, communication, and product teams to define advocacy and influencer needs.
9. Define requirements, lead supplier identification and selection processes.
10. Conduct strategic negotiation and contracting with key suppliers.
11. Lead business review processes with strategic suppliers and evaluate KPIs (BRM).
12. Experience and process optimization in purchasing channels and S2P.
Specific Areas of Management:
1. Manage the operation of the Performance Remuneration Incentive Program (PRIP) across 35 markets and 3 business units with the global media agency.
2. Ownership and management of service KPI tracking and cost measurement.
3. Supervision, audit, and reconciliation of media performance incentives.
4. Co-lead media performance management alongside global agency and marketing teams.
5. Manage contracts and commercial terms with the S. HCP media agency.
6. Supervise media savings methodologies.
7. Manage relationships with ecommerce providers at a global and regional level.
8. Oversee contracts and commercial terms, ensuring performance optimization and SRM.
9. Supervise Brand Safety providers, content SEO, media dashboards, and media audits.
Skills Requirements:
1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Procurement, or related discipline.
2. Proficiency in English (spoken and written); a second language is an advantage.
3. Knowledge of marketing and paid media.
4. Understanding of the synergy between paid, earned, and owned media.
5. Familiarity with Martech.
6. Experience in acquiring KOL services, influencers, social media, and ecommerce.
7. Experience in developing and evaluating make-or-buy business models.
8. Knowledge of the communication sector.
9. Extensive experience in industrial, FMCG, and/or life sciences companies (e.g., pharmaceutical), where Procurement is a mature and strategic function.
10. Experience in contract management and negotiations in advocacy or digital Marketing.
11. Strong persuasive communication and interpersonal skills.
12. Experience interacting with executive teams and senior leadership.
13. Ability to influence suppliers and internal/external stakeholders.
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