Job PurposeThe Senior Procurement Category Manager Marketing is responsible for leading the Global Marketing Procurement program and transforming Marketing spend from a fragmented, locally managed model into a structured, transparent, performance-driven general framework.The role owns the strategic sourcing, governance, supplier optimization, and value creation agenda across global Marketing categories including Events & Exhibitions, Agencies (Creative/Media/Digital), Training & Education, Promotional Materials, Printing, Translations,Commercial digitalisationtools/applicationsand Marketing related professionalservices.The position partners with Global and Regional Marketing leadership tooptimizeCHF 100M spend, deliversignificant costefficiencies, reducesupplierfragmentation, improvecommercialtermsandestablishbest practicestandards.Main Tasks and Responsibilities:Strategic CategoryManagement:- Lead in coordination withstakeholder theMarketing-Procurement program to optimise theglobal spend in the Marketing subcategories.- Develop and implement strategic plans for Marketingsubcategories, aligning with overall organizational goals.- Analyse market best practices andtrends, conduct spendanalysis andidentifyopportunities for consolidation and costefficiencies.Supplier Optimization & Commercial Excellence:- Supplier Relationship Management- Optimise supplier base, improve commercial terms, negotiate MSAs, implement RFP discipline.- Implement preferred supplier frameworks- Collaborate with suppliers to drive innovation, enhance service levels, and optimizecosts.Sourcing Strategy Execution:- Follow strategic sourcing approach tomaximize valuedelivery, considering total cost of ownership.- Lead competitive bidding processes, negotiate contracts,



and ensure compliance with procurement policies.Cost Optimization:- Identifyopportunities for cost reduction withinMarketsubcategories.- Implement initiatives to optimizespending, improve efficiency, and achieve budgetary goals.Contract Negotiation and Management:- Lead contract negotiations for indirect subcategories,liaising with Legalensuring favourable terms and conditions.- Ensure that contractual agreements align with Straumann’sgoalsincluding ESGand compliance standards.Risk Management:- Assess and manage risks associated withthe category, implementing strategies for mitigation.- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identifyand evaluate potential risks in the supply chain.Stakeholder Management:- Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders.- Facilitate clear communication between internal stakeholders and suppliers.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align category management activities with organizational objectives.Priorities:- Strengthen Procurement’s strategic role within Marketing.- Deliver cost efficiencies while reducing supplier fragmentation.- Increase spendvisibility and control across Marketing investments.- Improve marketing effectiveness through commercial excellence.- Support digital transformation and innovation in Marketing sourcing.- Deliver sustainable savings and measurable value creation.Profile:- Preferred education:



Master’s (or equivalent) in Marketing, Business/International Business, Economics, or Engineering; MBA preferred.- Language: English (excellent written and spoken), German is advantageous.Experience:- 8-12 years in strategic procurement or category management.- Strong exposure to Marketing categories (Events, Agencies, Media, Print, Digital/Software solutions, etc.).- Proven track record leading global negotiations.- Strong financial acumen.- Experience implementing category governance frameworks.- Experience working in matrix global organizations.Personal Attributes & behaviours:- Hands-on, self-driven professional with the ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments.- Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and influence at all levels (including technical and operational).- Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities and drive tasks to completion in a fixed timeframe, in an agile environment- Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and build relationships across multiple functions, countries, regions and cultures- Expert negotiation skills.- Proven ability to assess risks associated with supplier and market changes in a regulated environment.- Proven ability to identify problems quickly, make sound judgments, establish and implement solutions.- High resilience in dynamic environments and ability to manage complexity.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.Employment Type:Full TimeAlternative Locations:Spain : MadridTravelPercentage:0 - 10%#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Procurement Category Manager - Marketing (Madrid)
🏢 Institut Straumann
📍 Madrid