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Associate Mgr/ Manager, Procurement Media Svcs - Piscataway, NJ
VetJobs, Piscataway, New Jersey, us, 08854
Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS
- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. 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.
Are you passionate about driving innovation and making an impact through strategic procurement? As the Media Services Procurement Associate Manager, you'll play a key role in shaping and executing sourcing strategies for over $800MM of media initiatives across North America. You'll be at the forefront of change, influencing supplier relationships and media investments to maximize value for Colgate-Palmolive, Hill's, and CP Skin Health Group. Step into a dynamic environment where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your leadership will power business growth.
At Colgate-Palmolive, our Procurement team is committed to ensuring that every decision we make contributes to customer satisfaction and product excellence.
Procurement's mission is to champion innovation, enable growth, and deliver functional excellence through advanced technologies within a dynamic environment that supports the company's ongoing success. Our team is empowered to develop solutions that fuel Colgate-Palmolive's purpose to reimagine a healthier future for all people, their pets, and our planet.
Responsibilities:
Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting processes for media, e-commerce, retail media, influencer, advertising production, and agency operations, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, driving collaboration, value creation, and continuous improvement.
Develop and implement innovative media sourcing strategies, identifying opportunities for growth, cost savings, and process optimization.
Conduct ongoing market analysis, supplier segmentation, and spend analytics to inform strategic decisions and deliver on KPIs.
Foster supplier diversity and manage robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs to deliver excellence and innovation across categories.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies while leading RFI/RFP processes, risk management, and digital transformation projects in support of the Global Procurement agenda.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Sourcing, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
At least 8 years' experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Media, or Marketing-related roles.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proven ability to analyze complex data, develop strategies, and negotiate contracts.
Deep understanding of media and advertising operations within a CPG or agency environment.
Advanced skills in supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and strategic cost management.
Proficiency with procurement software and exposure to leading digital/data analytics initiatives.
Strong leadership, innovation mindset, and a passion for driving change and sharing best practices across teams.
Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, demonstrated via impactful project execution.
Ready to create impact, deliver value, and lead the way in media procurement excellence? Join us to help shape the future of our iconic brands!
Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $106,400 - $150,000 USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS
- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. 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.
Are you passionate about driving innovation and making an impact through strategic procurement? As the Media Services Procurement Associate Manager, you'll play a key role in shaping and executing sourcing strategies for over $800MM of media initiatives across North America. You'll be at the forefront of change, influencing supplier relationships and media investments to maximize value for Colgate-Palmolive, Hill's, and CP Skin Health Group. Step into a dynamic environment where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your leadership will power business growth.
At Colgate-Palmolive, our Procurement team is committed to ensuring that every decision we make contributes to customer satisfaction and product excellence.
Procurement's mission is to champion innovation, enable growth, and deliver functional excellence through advanced technologies within a dynamic environment that supports the company's ongoing success. Our team is empowered to develop solutions that fuel Colgate-Palmolive's purpose to reimagine a healthier future for all people, their pets, and our planet.
Responsibilities:
Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting processes for media, e-commerce, retail media, influencer, advertising production, and agency operations, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, driving collaboration, value creation, and continuous improvement.
Develop and implement innovative media sourcing strategies, identifying opportunities for growth, cost savings, and process optimization.
Conduct ongoing market analysis, supplier segmentation, and spend analytics to inform strategic decisions and deliver on KPIs.
Foster supplier diversity and manage robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs to deliver excellence and innovation across categories.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies while leading RFI/RFP processes, risk management, and digital transformation projects in support of the Global Procurement agenda.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Sourcing, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
At least 8 years' experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Media, or Marketing-related roles.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proven ability to analyze complex data, develop strategies, and negotiate contracts.
Deep understanding of media and advertising operations within a CPG or agency environment.
Advanced skills in supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and strategic cost management.
Proficiency with procurement software and exposure to leading digital/data analytics initiatives.
Strong leadership, innovation mindset, and a passion for driving change and sharing best practices across teams.
Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, demonstrated via impactful project execution.
Ready to create impact, deliver value, and lead the way in media procurement excellence? Join us to help shape the future of our iconic brands!
Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $106,400 - $150,000 USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.