Our client, a leading Global financial services organisation, are seeking to appoint a Marketing Procurement Category Manager in order to develop and deliver sourcing strategies in both Above the Line as well as Below the Line managing a budget in excess of £100m, delivering sub-categories including: Digital, creative, direct marketing, point of sale and brand development.

·         Ensuring the delivery of best value on goods and services

·         Achieve cost savings/synergy targets

·         Leveraging size and scale of the group purchasing power

·         Sourcing and managing suppliers whilst mitigating risk through effective contracts

·         Delivering business in accordance with group strategy

·         A savvy procurement professional with at least 7 years experience – 3 of which much be focussed specifically within Marketing procurement

·         Knowledge and experience of initiating, developing and executing market-leading sourcing strategies.

·         Strong stakeholder management skills

·         Demonstrable influential skills.

·         Strong negotiation and project management experience

·         A proven background within a demanding environment.

·         Degree & MCIPS qualifications a distinct advantage

A leading financial organization with a global presence

£45-50,000 Basic plus executive package