Manager US Procurement - Marketing

Philip Morris International U.S.•Stamford, CT

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Category Manager for U.S. Procurement to lead sourcing and procurement activities across Marketing, Communications, Events, and Sales Support categories. This role is responsible for driving supplier selection, managing high-impact negotiations, and delivering cost savings while creating capacity for business growth. You will partner with key internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure quality, innovation, and value in support of our go-to-market strategies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred).
5+ years of progressive procurement experience, with significant focus on Marketing and Sales Support categories.
Proven experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and build trust across functions.
Excellent project management and communication skills.
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in fast-paced, global, matrixed organizations is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead procurement strategy and execution for Marketing, Communications, Events, and Sales Support spend categories.
Create proactive sourcing plans to understand their long-term needs and incorporate those insights into your sourcing operational strategy.
Identify, evaluate, and manage a diverse supplier base to meet cost, quality, service, and innovation requirements.
Drive RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs; lead contract negotiations and commercial terms to optimize value and reduce risk, partner with business stakeholders to support contract management.
Partner with Marketing, Communications, and Sales teams to understand business needs and develop tailored procurement solutions.
Deliver year-over-year savings and value through demand management, strategic sourcing, and process improvement.
Ensure supplier compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.
Stay current with industry trends, emerging suppliers, and innovative practices to enhance sourcing strategies.
Monitor supplier performance, analyze KPIs, and provide regular updates to leadership.