The Procurement Manager for the Marketing category at Celonis is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, negotiating marketing and event-related services, and optimizing procurement processes to support the company's growth and efficiency goals.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for marketing and event-related services.
Manage supplier relationships to support marketing needs and ensure high-quality deliverables.
Lead negotiations to secure favorable terms and pricing for marketing spend.
Collaborate with Marketing leadership on current and future purchasing strategies.
Track and report key procurement metrics to control costs and improve efficiency.
Simplify and optimize the procurement process for marketing activities, leveraging automation.
Ensure consistent supplier management in line with internal policies.
Requirements
Minimum of 4 years experience in purchasing marketing and event related services.
Experience in corporate event management and developing different and durable sourcing strategies for different types of marketing services.
Strong ability to deal with different internal stakeholders and in multinational teams.
Work in an analytical way and possess excellent negotiation skills.
Strong communication skills and comfort in acting on all hierarchy levels, including professional communication with Senior Leadership within Finance and internal stakeholders.
Independent and entrepreneurial way of working.
Experience in a hyper-growth company or a comparable company.
Ability and discipline in communicating effectively to internal stakeholders.
Proactive drive to address and mitigate potential escalations.
Benefits & Perks
Hybrid work model
Generous PTO
Company equity RSUs
Comprehensive benefits
Extensive parental leave
Dedicated volunteer days
Access to gym subsidies
Counseling and well-being programs
Internal mobility and mentorship opportunities
Clear career paths
Learning programs
Supportive inclusion and belonging programs
Global collaboration environment
Autonomous team culture
Ready to Apply?
Join Celonis and make an impact in renewable energy