Category Manager Marketing

Profile

Overview
AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence and nearly 38 million members, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation's largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin.
Develops and implements category and subcategory strategies to optimize procurement decisions and drive cost savings. Engages in enterprise-wide sourcing engagements utilizing multi-step strategic sourcing methodology; managing relationships with specific suppliers; and serving as the organization's point of contact. Prepares, negotiates, signs, manages and renews contracts and subcontracts. Coordinates with cross-functional departments to facilitate review and assessment of supplier risk. Collaborates with management to identify opportunities to streamline processes and develop new procedures that support the business unit/department.
Responsibilities
Developing category strategic plans for assigned category (or subcategory(ies) as applicable) in alignment with the overall category management strategy, developing and maintaining category plans and insights by analyzing historical and projected spend, contractual relationships, and industry trends
Collaborating with Procurement and business unit stakeholders to develop and implement category/subcategory plans, and strategic sourcing and contracting strategies to drive optimal value for purchased goods and services
Leads large, complex, enterprise-wide, sourcing engagements utilizing multi-step strategic sourcing methodology; managing relationships with specific suppliers; implementing strategies to drive cost savings and supplier performance; and serving as the organization's point of contact for assigned category or subcategory as applicable
Prepares, negotiates, signs, and manages contracts and subcontracts to include but not limited to leading contract negotiations, reviewing and resolving redlines, communicating and collaborating with key stakeholders to identify potential risks that may threaten the reputation, safety, security and/or the financial success of the enterprise
Planning and executing activities related to acquisition of goods and services, maintaining complete and accurate procurement files and documentation, and maintaining compliance with AARP procurement policies, processes, and procedures
Exhibits and delivers expertise within the category area, with an intimate knowledge of the supply market, contract vehicles, key dynamics, and latest trends in the field
Collaborates with management to identify opportunities to streamline processes and develop new procedures that support the business unit/department
Qualifications
This position requires a four-year college degree, with an MBA preferred
7 years of commercial procurement experience in strategic sourcing, contracting and category management with more than $50 million in managed spend
Extensive experience with Marketing and Advertising category management activities with specific experience in one or more of the following subcategories and/or suppliers: media buying, lead generation, print, Google, Facebook; Knowledgeable of both the source-to-contract and procure-to-pay segments of procurement operations
Demonstrated ability to apply category management concepts and frameworks, to lead/manage the end-to-end strategic sourcing process, and to execute contracting methods that result in complete and accurate contractual documents
Strong commercial negotiation skills with a deep understanding of contractual terms and conditions and assessing business risk in legal language
Superior oral and written communication skills; Excellent organizational, interpersonal, leadership, time management, and problem-solving skills
Self-motivated, action-oriented, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and a customer service mindset; Ability to build/maintain strong cross-functional relationships and to complete tasks despite complexity and ambiguity
Prefers industry designated certification such as Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA)
AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as telecommuting workdays, except for essential functions. Telework and telecommuting can only be done within the United States and its territories.
Compensation and Benefits
AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition; tuition reimbursement; among others.
Equal Employment Opportunity
AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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