Associate Manager, Procurement – Media Services | $106K–$150K | Onsite in Piscataway, NJ

Associate Manager, Procurement Media Services

📍 Location: Piscataway, NJ (Onsite, occasional travel)
💼 Employment Type: Full-time | Associate Level
💵 Salary Range: $106,400 – $150,000 (USD)
👤 Vacancies: 1
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not available
🛂 Visa Sponsorship: Not available

About the Role

Are you passionate about driving innovation and making an impact through strategic procurement? As the Media Services Procurement Associate Manager, you’ll help shape and execute sourcing strategies for over $800MM in media initiatives across North America.

This role offers the opportunity to influence supplier relationships, optimize media investments, and deliver meaningful value across marketing, media, and advertising categories. You’ll join a procurement team that champions innovation, enables growth, and leverages advanced technologies to fuel long-term business success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting processes across media, e-commerce, retail media, influencer, advertising production, and agency operations.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to drive collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Develop and implement innovative media sourcing strategies, identifying opportunities for growth, savings, and efficiency.

• Conduct market analysis, supplier segmentation, and spend analytics to inform strategic decisions and deliver KPIs.

• Foster supplier diversity and manage Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs.

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies while leading RFI/RFP processes, risk management, and digital transformation projects.

Required Qualifications

✅ Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Sourcing, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or related field
✅ 8+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Media, or Marketing-related roles

Preferred Qualifications

⭐ Proven ability to analyze complex data, develop strategies, and negotiate contracts
⭐ Deep understanding of media and advertising operations in CPG or agency environments
⭐ Advanced skills in supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and cost management
⭐ Proficiency with procurement software and exposure to digital/data analytics
⭐ Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of impactful project execution

Compensation & Benefits

💵 Base Salary: $106,400 – $150,000 (USD)
🎯 Bonus: Not eligible
📈 Equity/Commission: Not available
📦 Relocation: Not available
🩺 Benefits: Full (Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO, and more)

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 7–10 years of relevant experience

• Strong leadership mindset, capable of influencing teams and driving change

• A collaborative problem-solver with the ability to navigate complex supplier and stakeholder relationships

• Willing to travel occasionally for key projects and supplier engagements

Senior Supply Chain Manager | Lead Procurement & Compliance | San Diego, CA

Position: Senior Supply Chain Manager

Location: San Diego, California, United States (Scheduled work-from-home days available)
Travel: Not specified
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the manufacturing and production industry, seeks a Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead the Supply Chain Services group. This role focuses on supply chain compliance, procurement systems, and process management. The ideal candidate will be adept at driving strategy, managing compliance, and optimizing procurement systems to enhance organizational value while minimizing risks.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Area Manager, the Senior Supply Chain Manager will oversee a high-performing team, including managers, analysts, digital product owners, and compliance professionals. The role requires collaboration with internal stakeholders across various departments to develop and implement support and improvement strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including anti-bribery laws, chemical management, trade compliance, Sarbanes-Oxley, and conflict minerals reporting.

• Oversee supplier onboarding and maintain supplier master data.

• Manage procurement systems, such as BaaN 5C, Infor LN, Coupa, Supplier Screening System, Service Parts Management, and Solumina.

• Drive process management initiatives, including Supply Chain Quality Management System, training, and process improvement.

• Develop and sustain supply chain strategies aligned with best practices in procurement, demand/response planning, quality performance management, and Lean principles.

• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., IT, Finance, Tax, GTC, and TMO) to develop and implement supply chain improvement strategies.

• Leverage expertise in governmental, environmental, and geographic factors influencing the supply base and regulatory requirements.

• Promote continuous improvement through Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred).

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

• Strong knowledge of global supply chains and procurement best practices.

• Experience in purchasing, logistics, manufacturing, or engineering disciplines is preferred.

• Professional certifications, such as Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), or Certified in Integration Resource Management (CIRM), are a plus.

• Demonstrated leadership skills, including mentoring, training, and successfully leading teams.

• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks.

Additional Skills:

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience with process improvement methodologies (Six Sigma certification is highly desirable).

• Proficiency in supply chain software and tools.

• Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Compensation

• Base Salary Range: $152,928 – $229,392 (USD)

This range reflects the expected compensation for this role; actual salaries may vary based on experience, qualifications, and other factors.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a critical function within a dynamic organization, shaping the future of supply chain operations and driving organizational success.