Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Marketing

Aramark•Philadelphia, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Marketing is a procurement professional responsible for the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle for Marketing-related categories. This role serves as a strategic business partner to Marketing and Communications functions, driving value through sourcing strategy, supplier qualification, contract negotiation, and post-award administration. The position operates within a matrix structure and requires a self-directed individual who can navigate complex organizational dynamics while delivering results.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field
3+ years of hands-on strategic sourcing/procurement experience with demonstrated expertise in Marketing-related categories
Direct experience sourcing one or more Marketing categories, including Marketing Services, Creative & Brand, Media & Advertising, Digital Marketing Technology, promotional services, market research, and/or public relations
2 years of proven ability to develop SOWs and MSAs, independently lead RFx events, and negotiate complex commercial contracts; experience partnering with Legal to progress redlines and drive timely resolution
Strong business acumen with analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills; ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to present effectively at all organizational levels and with external suppliers
High degree of professionalism, integrity, and sound business judgment

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree
Experience with procurement systems and contract management platforms
ISM CPSM or equivalent procurement certification

Responsibilities

Lead strategic sourcing for Marketing categories: Marketing Services, Brand & Creative, Media & Advertising, and Digital Marketing Technology
Develop and execute RFx processes (RFP, RFQ, RFI) in partnership with Marketing, Legal, and Digital Technology stakeholders
Draft and negotiate complex contracts including agency-of-record agreements, media buys, MSAs, licensing agreements, pricing models, SLAs, and non-standard terms & conditions
Develop Statements of Work for marketing engagements; ensure alignment with business requirements and procurement standards
Manage creative and media agency relationships — including qualification, onboarding, performance evaluation, and renewals; assess vendor-proposed price increases and negotiate to secure value or offset escalation
Partner directly with Marketing leadership to align sourcing strategies with brand objectives, campaign timelines, communications priorities, and business requirements
Support digital marketing technology procurement including SaaS platforms, analytics tools, and content management systems
Ensure all procurement activities adhere to internal policies and Federal regulations; maintain compliance documentation across supported programs
Operate effectively within a matrix structure, influencing cross-functional stakeholders including Legal, Finance, Marketing, Operations, and executive leadership
Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain and contractual risk; build supplier relationships to drive continuous improvement and value realization
Prepare and present category strategies, sourcing recommendations, and performance reporting to leadership