Senior Manager Media Procurement Job at Unilever (Hoboken)

Indirect Procurement Manager

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and build strong supplier relationships for ...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

9000000.00 - 13000000.00 JPY / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, procurement, or a related field
8+ years of experience in procurement, ideally within the FMCG industry
Proven experience in indirect sourcing, preferably with exposure to Marketing and Sales categories (Media, Creative, Market Research, etc.)
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Experience with supplier relationship management (SRM)
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Fluency in Japanese and English
Strong stakeholder management skills
Experience in a global organization preferred
Knowledge of e-procurement tools is a plus

Job Responsibility

Lead the development and execution of the annual sourcing plan for Japan's Marketing and Sales category
Collaborate with regional and global sourcing teams to align local strategies with broader objectives
Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with key suppliers (Agencies and Media owners) to secure optimal pricing and service levels
Conduct thorough spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve processes
Develop and implement a robust supplier relationship management strategy
Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including Marketing and Sales directors and senior management
Develop and implement a continuous improvement action plan
Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, systems, and controls

What we offer

Health insurance
Welfare pension insurance
Employment insurance

Fulltime

Senior Programme Manager - Public Sector Engagement

The purpose of this role is to lead engagement for techUK’s Public Services Boar...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

40000.00 - 45000.00 GBP / Year

techUK

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong interest in innovation, the use of technology in the public sector and the UK tech industry
Good connections with a network of with senior public sector stakeholders
A self-motivated individual with a positive can-do approach who is comfortable working with competing demands and responding to tight deadlines
Good organisational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical and policy information effectively to a range of audiences
A team player who has experience of managing relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and is comfortable working with senior individuals in industry
Comfortable with public speaking
Demonstrates an understanding of the Government procurement landscape and the positioning and role of trade bodies
Good high-level knowledge of technology and workings of the technology sector
Demonstrates a strong understanding of the public sector tech market

Job Responsibility

Lead senior level public sector stakeholder engagement for techUK’s Public Services Board, ensuring monthly access to high-level decision makers in government
Liaise with the Chair and Vice Chair of PSB to support the smooth running of the monthly meeting
Support the development, commissioning and publication of at least one PSB report per year
Organise 2 PSB stakeholder dinners a year and a unique member excursion for learning and development purposes
Coordinate activities with other public sector facing member-led committees, and plan at least one cross programme activity
Raise the public profile of the PSB through media engagement and public facing events
Liaise with other techUK teams to identify and exploit cross-fertilisation opportunities with other programmes within techUK
Deputise for the Associate Director, Central Government and Education in their absence as requested
and Any other duties that might from time to time be required by the Associate Director, Central Government and Education and the techUK leadership team.

What we offer

discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits

Fulltime

Procurement Senior Director - Global Media Procurement & Agency Performance

The Procurement Sr. Director - Global Media Procurement & Agency Performance wil...

Location

United States , Purchase, New York; Plano, Texas

Salary:

157200.00 - 312000.00 USD / Year

Pepsico

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
MBA or advanced degree preferred
15+ years in media procurement, investment strategy, or agency commercial leadership
Proven track record of delivering enterprise-level productivity and ROI improvements
Experience leading JBPs and direct negotiations with major digital platforms (Google, Meta, Amazon, etc.)
Expertise in global contract governance, remuneration models, and advanced analytics
Strong executive presence and ability to influence C-suite and industry bodies

Job Responsibility

Architect and execute global media procurement strategy, aligning with business objectives and transformation agenda
Lead Joint Business Planning (JBP) with strategic partners (Google, Meta, Amazon, etc.), negotiating commercial terms, innovation agendas, and partnership frameworks
Own final decision rights for global media contracts, partnerships, and strategic initiatives
Lead direct negotiations with CEOs of global media agencies and major media owners/platforms
Oversee multi-disciplinary, global teams managing billions in spend and hundreds of suppliers
Drive agency performance management, productivity frameworks, and pay-for-performance models
Embed advanced analytics and digital transformation in media planning, investment, and measurement
Build and maintain top-to-top relationships with global media partners, agency CEOs, and internal stakeholders
Champion supplier-led innovation and continuous improvement across the media ecosystem
Ensure compliance, risk management, and governance in all media procurement activities

What we offer

Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 35% of annual salary paid out annually and an additional target payout of 15% of annual salary is paid out over 3 years following the end of the performance period
Long term incentive equity may be awarded based on eligibility and performance
Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan
Car allowance

Fulltime

Procurement Director - Americas Media

The Americas Media Category Director leads the strategy, governance, and commerc...

Location

Mexico , Miguel Hidalgo

Salary:

Not provided

Pepsico

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
MBA or advanced degree preferred
12+ years of Media, Marketing Procurement, or Media Agency leadership experience
Significant U.S. market experience REQUIRED
Proven experience managing multi-market remits across the Americas (U.S., Mexico, and at least one other region such as Canada or South America)
Strong commercial and negotiation experience with media agencies, publishers, retail media networks, and ad-tech/data partners
Direct, hands-on negotiation experience with major TV networks in Mexico, including annual investment cycles, rate card negotiations, and commercial performance frameworks
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and operate within highly matrixed global organizations
Deep understanding of media ecosystems in both the U.S. and Mexico, with working knowledge of broader Latin American markets
Fluency in English and Spanish is required

Job Responsibility

Build and execute a unified media procurement strategy across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central America, and South America
Integrate regional differences in regulation, agency ecosystems, media consumption patterns, and economic conditions into strategic decision-making
Drive transformation across media buying, including digital acceleration, performance transparency, data/tech partnerships, and advanced measurement frameworks
Influence senior leaders across Global Media, Brand Marketing, Regional GMs, Finance, and Legal
Serve as the Procurement lead for major agency partnerships and holding-company relationships across the Americas
Represent the enterprise at industry events, media forums, and agency governance meetings across multiple countries
Lead high-impact negotiations with media agencies, publishers, retail media networks, data partners, and TV networks
Oversee governance and commercial frameworks for traditional and digital media buying
Ensure compliance with diverse regulatory environments
Lead an Americas-wide team of media procurement professionals positioned across the region

What we offer

Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs
Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning
Development programs according to Leadership skills
Specialized training according to the role
Learning experiences with internal and external providers
Recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others
Financial wellness programs
A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life
Wellness Line
Thousands of Agreements and Discounts

Fulltime

Social Media and Digital Marketing Manager

Jil Sander is looking for Social Media Manager to lead the brand’s organic and p...

Location

Italy , Milano

Salary:

Not provided

OTB

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, or related fields
5+ years of experience in social media management, ideally in luxury fashion or premium lifestyle brands
Strong expertise in global platforms and cultural nuances, especially in China and Japan
Proven experience managing paid social media campaigns and collaborating with media agencies
Deep command of analytics tools, KPIs, and data-driven optimization
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage complex timelines, budgets, and cross-functional stakeholders
Strong writing, communication, and visual storytelling skills
Highly detail-oriented and comfortable in fast-paced, dynamic environments

Job Responsibility

Lead end-to-end management of the global organic social media ecosystem across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Weibo, WeChat, RED, and LINE
Maintain, evolve, and execute the global organic social strategy, ensuring coherence, brand alignment, and a strong visual and narrative identity
Partner closely with Creative, PR, Digital, Merchandising, and Regional Marketing teams to maintain consistent messaging and support seasonal priorities
Own the global content calendar, timelines, and milestones across all platforms
Manage publishing for all Western social channels, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery
Oversee regional content execution and approvals, including the Creative Director’s content
Lead copywriting reviews, asset approvals, and scheduling across markets
Brief content needs for pre-production, on-set, and post-production phases, ensuring assets match social best practices and brand standards
Track and analyze performance metrics, audience behavior, and engagement trends across platforms
Provide actionable insights and reports to senior leadership and cross-functional teams

Fulltime

Media Procurement Associate Director

This is an exciting opportunity as part of Unilever media journey. We operate at...

Location

United States , Hoboken

Salary:

141600.00 - 212500.00 USD / Year

Unilever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience including buying media experience (required)
Deep and proven experience in media buying channels and media value chain players, including AI
Strategic sourcing, portfolio strategy expertise, with experience in managing complex portfolio/category
Expert in negotiation and contracting
Understanding of supply market, value chain, and FMCG knowledge. Knowledge of Media portfolios and supply markets.
Experience in strategic supplier relationship management
Experience on large-scale project management
Experience in shaping and leading transformational business process reengineering, with experience driving Change Management initiatives.
Ability to travel internationally approximately 20% of the time
Best in class analytics capabilities

Job Responsibility

Partner with BUs and media leads to manage and optimize the end-to-end bidding process for media procurement.
Define and implement buying strategies across media channels to define optimal benefits for Unilever, balancing upfront negotiation and biddable approaches.
Lead negotiations with external suppliers across media channels, data and tech, ensuring value delivery and alignment with Unilever’s procurement principles.
Continuously evaluate cost drivers and market dynamics to inform and refine media bidding strategies.
Support the roll-out of new processes and digital tools to drive efficiency and transparency.
Provide regular insights and recommendations to senior leadership on market trends and competitiveness, supplier performance, and cost optimization opportunities.
Collaborate with media leads to translate business briefs into actionable procurement strategies.
Ensure delivery of value and innovation through supplier partnerships.
Deliver against financial targets and other KPIs (including value delivery, media efficiency and effectiveness) as per business plan objectives
Ensure Portfolio fundamentals (i.e. data consistency, data insights, recurring stakeholder communications, contracts, etc.) are all put in place

What we offer

Bonus eligible
Long-Term Incentive (LTI) eligible
Eligible to participate in benefits plan (e.g., health insurance, retirement savings, life insurance, disability, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays)

Fulltime

Associate Director, Marketing Procurement, Wellbeing Collective

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Unilever’s highest growth Business Unit,...

Location

United States , El Segundo

Salary:

141680.00 - 212520.00 USD / Year

Unilever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Outstanding communication skills: spoken, visual, and written
A deep understanding of marketing and media, ideally having previously worked in the marketing procurement space
Be an influencer who gets things done with a high level of sustainability and effectiveness
A very high level of business acumen who can interact with and “speak the language” of senior executives and general managers
Comfortable managing across organizational cultures
Be an expert at stakeholder management and engagement
A minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering
Minimum 8 years general business experience but preferably within Marketing or Procurement (Packaging, Marketing and Business Services, Logistics, Contract Manufacturing)

Job Responsibility

Lead Marketing Procurement for the Wellbeing Collective across a rapidly growing spend
Focus on media investment optimization (approximately 80% of the spend)
Focus on 4 key areas for value creation: upfront negotiations on large media deals, agency contract negotiations, E2E media value chain transparency and cost optimization, and AI-related tool cost optimization and strategy development
Drive value across ex-media spend, prioritizing against the highest value opportunities across creative agencies, PR, Social, digital, and Ad production services
Lead the marketing procurement strategy end-to-end, including partnership strategy, contracting, annual negotiations, and strategic tool rollouts

What we offer

Bonus eligible
Long-Term Incentive (LTI) eligible
Eligible to participate in benefits plan including health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits

Fulltime

Senior Manager, Procurement

SimpliSafe is building a next-generation Go-to-Market (GTM) organization, and we...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

164000.00 - 241000.00 USD / Year

SimpliSafe

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of strategic sourcing experience, ideally supporting GTM functions (marketing, sales, service operations) at a high-growth B2C or B2B company
Proven ability to build relationships at all organizational levels, including C-suite partners
Demonstrated expertise negotiating complex commercial agreements (SaaS, BPO, media, agencies, analytics, or similar)
Meticulous attention to detail combined with the ability to see the forest through the trees and turn analysis into actionable recommendations
Exceptional communication, executive-level presentation, and interpersonal skills
Strong change management skills - ability to influence without authority, drive new behaviors, and navigate ambiguity
Effective project manager with the ability to own and deliver initiatives end-to-end with minimal supervision
Financial and analytical acumen with the ability to analyze complex spend categories, evaluate investments, model scenarios, and articulate trade-offs to senior stakeholders
MBA or relevant master’s degree is a plus

Job Responsibility

Develop deep partnerships across GTM leadership, aligning sourcing strategies with functional priorities and broader company goals
Create, prioritize, and execute category strategies and procurement project pipelines with a focus on value creation (savings and cost avoidance), speed, innovation, and risk mitigation
Become the internal subject-matter expert across categories such as media, creative agencies, martech/adtech platforms, professional services, data providers, and BPO/outsourcing partners
Lead RFx processes, present negotiation outcomes, build business cases, and influence budget owners and senior leadership through data-driven recommendations
Serve as a visible and credible champion of strategic procurement within a fast-moving commercial organization
Drive adoption of procurement best practices through influence rather than mandate, helping stakeholders move quickly while improving compliance and governance
Collaborate with teams across the CFO Org to streamline workflows, enhance spend visibility, increase speed-to-market, and strengthen cross-functional execution

What we offer

A mission- and values-driven culture and a safe, inclusive environment where you can build, grow and thrive
A comprehensive total rewards package that supports your wellness and provides security for SimpliSafers and their families
Free SimpliSafe system and professional monitoring for your home
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that bring people together, give opportunities to network, mentor and develop, and advocate for change
Participation in our annual bonus program, equity, and other forms of compensation, in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and lifestyle benefits

Fulltime

Senior Manager Media Procurement

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Location:
United States , Hoboken

Category:
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