Regional Buyer Media & Comms - Media

Sanofi - Cambridge, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cambridge, MA

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

As a Regional Buyer Media & Comms - Media at Sanofi, you will play a crucial role in implementing sourcing strategies and leading procurement activities for media and communications across various business units. This position involves collaborating with internal teams to support their objectives, managing supplier relationships, and conducting negotiations to optimize procurement processes. Your efforts will directly contribute to the overall performance of the business and impact millions globally.

Responsibilities

• Support Global and North America Lead Buyers in executing category strategies for North America, aligning local and global needs.
• Manage savings pipeline, lead RFIs/RFPs, and conduct contract negotiations to achieve targets.
• Lead local projects, report on performance, savings, and risks, and stay updated on market trends.
• Run SRM programs, handle pre/post-audit management, crisis situations, and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
• Develop strong partnerships with key internal customers and present procurement strategies for input.
• Identify cross-GBU synergies and troubleshoot marketing and media buying issues.
• Benchmark against industry best practices and implement corrective actions for non-compliant processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years in Media planning/buying; 2+ years in procurement role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Procurement techniques, processes, and best practices.
• Proven ability to build relationships, manage projects, and work independently on multiple priorities in a multi-cultural environment.
• Strong media planning skills across channels including social, programmatic, display, print, OOH, search, and TV.
• Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Creative thinker who challenges the status quo, adapts quickly, and seeks continuous improvement.
• Deep understanding of the North America paid media landscape and ability to collaborate cross-functionally with creative, data, and marketing teams.

Benefits

• High-quality healthcare coverage
• Prevention and wellness programs
• At least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Thoughtful rewards package recognizing contributions