Associate Director Creative Procurement Job at Merck, Upper Gwynedd, PA

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  • Merck
  • Upper Gwynedd, PA

Job Description

Associate Director responsible for regional category management and sourcing strategy for Creative, Digital Production, Publishing, and Medical Education services within Marketing Procurement. Role involves cross-functional leadership, supplier relationship management, and strategic sourcing execution across global operations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies at regional and global levels collaborating with business partners
  • Lead cross-functional teams through sourcing processes and RFP development aligned with strategic goals
  • Manage supplier relationships and performance against business requirements
  • Identify and drive value creation, cost savings, and corporate social responsibility initiatives
  • Support day-to-day procurement operations including contract negotiations and vendor issue resolution

Requirements

  • Proven category management and sourcing strategy experience
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams in matrix organizations
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and business partnership skills
  • Supplier relationship management and contract negotiation expertise
  • Strategic thinking with understanding of multi-year business planning horizons
  • Service-oriented mindset with focus on value creation and innovation

Job Tags

Contract work

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