The Fountain Group

Fully remote role (supporting east coast business hours).. In this position you will work in close partnership with the US Sourcing, US Business Partners, CDMO Media & CMI teams as well as brand teams to support key media (digital and non-digital media) initiatives.. Support implementation of WW (Worldwide) + US Media/CMI Strategy to the Business.. 5+ years preferably within a Sourcing/Procurement team with experience in strategic sourcing and category management or at Media/CMI/Marketing Agency.. Understanding of the media agency and ad tech ecosystem (Ad Serving, Demand Side Platforms (DSPs), Supply Side Platforms (SSPs) – As a plus.

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Job Description:<ul><li>Pay is $58 - $65 per hour based on experience. </li><li>6- month assignment with the potential to extend based on need and performance. </li><li>Fully remote role (supporting east coast business hours).</li><li>You will be responsible to develop, provide and implement sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, practicing formalized sourcing best practices and abiding by standards and procedures. </li><li>You will be also responsible for identifying and implementing cost savings initiatives while improving the quality of supplier base and optimizing performance.</li><li>In this position you will work in close partnership with the US Sourcing, US Business Partners, CDMO Media & CMI teams as well as brand teams to support key media (digital and non-digital media) initiatives. You will report directly into the Senior Manager of Sourcing.</li><li>This role provides the opportunity to enhance and develop invaluable business skills through training, networking, and on-the-job experience. You will have the opportunity to be part of a new and exciting area that is changing every day – working on existing and emerging areas of marketing and advertising services and technologies.</li><li>Support implementation of WW (Worldwide) + US Media/CMI Strategy to the Business.</li><li>Prepare purchasing projects and define objectives, resources, timelines scope, and supplier selection criteria.</li><li>Consolidate & Manage Spend, Investments, & Initiatives.</li><li>Identify Stakeholders needs, market trends & innovations.</li><li>Co-own the Media + CMI supplier relationships with internal stakeholders.</li><li>Onboard Local Agencies and Consolidate North American evaluation / KPIs.</li><li>Benchmark with best in class on the local market.</li><li>Manage project-based media deals and contracts.</li><li>Serve as day-to-day contact for marketing teams and support them on their key projects.</li><li>Identify YoY initiatives (savings, process, etc.) and develop a roadmap for implementation.</li><li>Support key initiatives through research, information gathering and strategic development. </li><li>Provide regular spend reports across media categories and work with Sourcing Teams and worldwide category teams to gather input on needs and priorities plus identify opportunities.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economy, Engineering, Data Analytics, Marketing, Media category expertise or related discipline; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.</li><li>5+ years preferably within a Sourcing/Procurement team with experience in strategic sourcing and category management or at Media/CMI/Marketing Agency.</li><li>Strong negotiation skills and the ability to influence.</li><li>Strong project management and analytical skills.</li><li>Autonomous with high level of drive and energy.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.</li><li>Team player and a self-starter; curious and Out of the box thinking.</li><li>Experience in Marketing or Media Procurement – As a plus.</li><li>Ability to develop a strategic Point of View on existing or social media e-commerce, emerging platforms – As a plus.</li><li>Understanding of the media agency and ad tech ecosystem (Ad Serving, Demand Side Platforms (DSPs), Supply Side Platforms (SSPs) – As a plus.</li><li>Understanding of Consumer/Retailer Data ecosystem– As a plus.</li></ul>

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