What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Buyer Media & Comms position at Career Renew?
Career Renew is recruiting for one of its clients a Regional Buyer Media & Comms - this is a hybrid position, with 2 days per week remote/ 3 days per week on-site in Cambridge MA /Bridgewater NJ /Morristown NJ, with one of the days needing to be a Monday or Friday.
As Regional Buyer Media & Comms - Media, you will be responsible for implementing sourcing strategies according to category management strategies and leading sourcing for the category of spend, geographic scope and across all business units. This includes activities such as, but not limited to, partnering with the internal business teams to support their objectives, assist with building project scopes, consolidate all business needs and specification, conduct Global Request for Proposal (RFP), negotiate contracts renewals, rate cards / discount schedules, and manage overall relationships with key suppliers.
We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives. We're also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?
Main Responsibilities:
Support Global and North America Lead Buyers in executing category strategies for North America, aligning local and global needs.
Manage savings pipeline, lead RFIs/RFPs, and conduct contract negotiations to achieve targets.
Lead local projects, report on performance, savings, and risks, and stay updated on market trends.
Run SRM programs, handle pre/post-audit management, crisis situations, and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
Develop strong partnerships with key internal customers and present procurement strategies for input.
Identify cross-GBU synergies and troubleshoot marketing and media buying issues.
Benchmark against industry best practices and implement corrective actions for non-compliant processes.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
5 years in Media planning/buying 2 years in procurement role preferred.
Strong knowledge of Procurement techniques, processes, and best practices.
Proven ability to build relationships, manage projects, and work independently on multiple priorities in a multi-cultural environment.
Strong media planning skills across channels including social, programmatic, display, print, OOH, search, and TV.
Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Creative thinker who challenges the status quo, adapts quickly, and seeks continuous improvement.
Deep understanding of the North America paid media landscape and ability to collaborate cross-functionally with creative, data, and marketing teams.
As Regional Buyer Media & Comms - Media, you will be responsible for implementing sourcing strategies according to category management strategies and leading sourcing for the category of spend, geographic scope and across all business units. This includes activities such as, but not limited to, partnering with the internal business teams to support their objectives, assist with building project scopes, consolidate all business needs and specification, conduct Global Request for Proposal (RFP), negotiate contracts renewals, rate cards / discount schedules, and manage overall relationships with key suppliers.
We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives. We're also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?
Main Responsibilities:
Support Global and North America Lead Buyers in executing category strategies for North America, aligning local and global needs.
Manage savings pipeline, lead RFIs/RFPs, and conduct contract negotiations to achieve targets.
Lead local projects, report on performance, savings, and risks, and stay updated on market trends.
Run SRM programs, handle pre/post-audit management, crisis situations, and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
Develop strong partnerships with key internal customers and present procurement strategies for input.
Identify cross-GBU synergies and troubleshoot marketing and media buying issues.
Benchmark against industry best practices and implement corrective actions for non-compliant processes.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
5 years in Media planning/buying 2 years in procurement role preferred.
Strong knowledge of Procurement techniques, processes, and best practices.
Proven ability to build relationships, manage projects, and work independently on multiple priorities in a multi-cultural environment.
Strong media planning skills across channels including social, programmatic, display, print, OOH, search, and TV.
Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Creative thinker who challenges the status quo, adapts quickly, and seeks continuous improvement.
Deep understanding of the North America paid media landscape and ability to collaborate cross-functionally with creative, data, and marketing teams.
