Marketing Sourcing Specialist
| Company | Integrity |
|---|---|
| Location | Dallas, TX, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supplier management, preferably in marketing and communications.
- Experience working with marketing agencies, digital media, or promotional services.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and contract management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and procurement platforms (e.g., Coupa, Ariba, or similar tools) to simplify and optimize productivity for the team, internal clients, and suppliers.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy considerations in marketing procurement is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
- Ability to work in-office full-time, with occasional travel (up to 15%).
Responsibilities
- Assist in sourcing and contracting marketing services, including media buys, creative agencies, digital and print advertising, events, and promotional merchandise.
- Support RFPs, contract negotiations, and supplier selection to drive cost savings and service improvements.
- Track and analyze category spend to identify cost-saving opportunities and enhance supplier performance.
- Monitor supplier contracts, renewals, and compliance with company policies.
- Work with key marketing suppliers to ensure adherence to contractual obligations and service-level agreements (SLAs).
- Conduct supplier performance reviews and assist in quarterly business reviews (QBRs).
- Research and evaluate new supplier capabilities to drive innovation and competitive advantage.
- Lead and support complex negotiations for Marketing contracts.
- Ensure all agreements align with company policies, legal requirements, and compliance standards.
- Manage contract renewals proactively to optimize terms and prevent lapses in service.
- Stay updated on industry trends, emerging marketing technologies, and digital media innovations.
- Identify risks related to data privacy, brand reputation, and vendor compliance.
- Partner with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure regulatory adherence in marketing contracts.
- Collaborate with Marketing, Finance, IT, and Legal to align sourcing initiatives with business objectives.
- Support the Marketing Category Manager in executing sourcing strategies.
- Assist in developing dashboards and reports to track category performance and supplier effectiveness.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy considerations in marketing procurement is a plus.