Director, Gbl Media&Insights Svcs Proc.

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number #168855 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

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Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
 

Global Media and Insights Services Procurement Director

Job Overview:

The Global Media and Insights Services Procurement Director leads our Media services procurement efforts. This role is pivotal in optimizing our insights and analytics, marketing and media investment, driving cost efficiencies, and ensuring compliance with sourcing.  The Global Media and Insights Services Procurement Director has a deep understanding of the global media landscape, strong negotiation skills, and a proven track record of leading procurement teams across Divisions.

Strategy in five dimensions:

The Director of Global Media and Insights Services Procurement will be responsible for setting the overall strategy for sourcing Marketing, Media and Insights  services globally, with specific focus on:

1. Translating new requirements from service, volatility, cost transparency, sustainability and growth objectives for the company.

2. Optimizing the commercial services categories to mitigate the financial and operational risks.

3. Enabling new capability sourcing requirements for growth, including agencies for media, creative and design and optimizing use of consultants.

4. Updating the digital roadmap critical to assessing spend, commitments, supplier risk and contract gaps.

5. Continually evaluating existing business processes and identifying BPO opportunities

 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global media services procurement strategy aligned with business objectives.

• Lead the procurement process for all media services, including advertising, marketing, digital media, and public relations.

• Negotiate contracts with media agencies, publishers, and vendors to secure optimal terms and pricing.

• Manage vendor relationships, ensuring performance, quality, and compliance with contractual agreements.

• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities and innovative solutions.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including marketing, finance, and legal teams, to ensure alignment and efficient procurement processes.

• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.

• Manage and mentor a team of Media procurement professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

• Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, cost savings, and performance metrics to senior management.

• Keep informed about the latest industry trends, new technologies, and optimal strategies in media services procurement.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field

• 10+ years of experience in media services procurement

• Significant experience in a leadership role managing internal & external stakeholders

• Proven track record of negotiating complex contracts and achieving cost savings.

• Deep understanding of the global media landscape and industry trends.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Skills:

• Excellent communication abilities.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Proficient in conducting market research and benchmarking.

• Skilled in contract negotiation and achieving favorable terms.

• Ability to develop and