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Group: Job Openings, Job Leads and Job Connections! Subject: Procurement Professional – Specializing in Media (Morris County, NJ) Sondra Gleie posted a job: Procurement Professional – Specializing in Media (Morris County, NJ) "Our client is seeking a Procurement professional in the marketing area. The Senior Sourcing Specialist will lead and/or assist in the strategic sourcing of indirect marketing services activities while adhering to all purchasing policies, process and procedures. This position will support internal marketing stakeholders and external suppliers in procurement related activities such as, process initiation, situation analysis, strategy creation & approval, strategy implementation, continuous improvement, RFx development, compensation negotiations, competitive bid analyses, contract negotiations and supplier management. Duties & Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the incumbent will be in the Marketing Services procurement function area. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: 1. Assist in collaborating with internal marketing stakeholders and external suppliers to implement and manage efficient and effective "best in class" supplier relationships. The incumbent will utilize his/her industry experience and category knowledge to assist in reducing the total cost of ownership of third-party marketing goods and services. 2. Lead efforts and drive cost reductions and process optimization in the Marketing Services area that covers areas such as advertising agencies, media planning and buying, public relations, digital, medical marketing, commercial printing, premiums, congress management, etc. 3. Develop, plan and implement regional (and global) strategies and procurement sourcing initiatives. 4. protect the company's interests, balancing both short-term and long-term requirements and always consider the full supply chain cost of purchases. 5. Evaluate operational effectiveness and identify new and innovative tools and processes to make the Marketing Services procurement process more efficient. Assist with internal stakeholders to identify and implement "best in class" opportunities/processes. 6. Proactively drive sourcing related cooperation in order to achieve strategic imperatives. Assist collaborating with stakeholders to complete marketing/procurement objectives which include, but not limited to: opportunity analysis, scope of work, supplier competitive landscape, develop bid lists, evaluate proposals, supplier selection, supplier management, process optimization and execution of commercial agreements. 7. Deliver cost savings, supporting savings documentation and record savings realized. 8. knowledge including industry trends and development, plus an understanding of suppliers' operations as they pertain to the marketplace. 9. Lead streamlining procurement activities and cost savings opportunities. 10. Lead the contracting process and support streamlining the requisitioning process. Position Requirements: • Bachelor's degree and a min. 4-6 years of marketing services procurement/strategic sourcing experience • Proven analytical and presentation skills • Demonstrated change mgmt ability with interaction with all levels of the organization • Preferred industries -- finance, insurance, consumer products or healthcare • Up to 10% travel required • Advanced Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Internet search skills, SAP and e-sourcing tools a plus • Understand e-Procurement tools and incorporate into strategies (P-Card, ERP systems, etc.) • Demonstrates clear and concise verbal and written communication skills • Expert in project management and ability to work cross-functionally • Strong negotiating, clear and concise communication, influencing and problem solving skills • Business and commercial acumen • Time management skills • Able to identify and respond to obstacles and/or challenges • Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively • Ability to prioritize deliverables • Candidates Must Have: * Must have experience working w/ advertising, media planning and buying Please send resumes to recruiting@consultnetworx.com"

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