Strategic Sourcing Manager - Marketing Creative & Production

$103,000 - $168,000/Yr

LinkedIn - Sunnyvale, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Sunnyvale, CA

5,001-10,000 employees

About the position

The Strategic Sourcing Manager for Marketing Creative & Production at LinkedIn is responsible for managing spend and opportunities within assigned categories. This role involves developing category-sourcing strategies, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring effective supplier management. The position emphasizes a customer-oriented approach, strong analytical skills, and the ability to drive innovation and value creation in procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicate the mission of Strategic Sourcing and educate internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Develop and execute Sourcing Strategy for the Categories.
• Develop and execute Sourcing Recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to construct flexible and scalable outsourcing models.
• Lead or facilitate the Outsourcing Life Cycle, including industry analysis and supplier selections.
• Act as Commercial Advisor to Internal Stakeholders regarding market insights and supplier selection.
• Maintain strong external focus and build strong external partner relationships.
• Propose and drive opportunities for optimal value through analysis of current spend.
• Drive cross-functional negotiation teams and implement world-class negotiation techniques.
• Draft commercial terms, negotiate, review, and approve contracts for assigned categories.
• Manage preferred supplier relationships and monitor performance.
• Champion change and drive decisions to support business needs.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years' experience in procurement/sourcing/purchasing
• 6+ years' experience in managing multiple category areas
• Experience in various categories including Marketing, Creative or Production

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree
• Assertiveness with execution excellence mindset
• Excellent communication, analytical, leadership and negotiating skills
• Collaborative and mindful in successful internal & external relationship development
• Expertise in developing outsourcing and commercial models across various services
• Ability to work efficiently in a dynamic environment with global stakeholders
• Ability to deal with ambiguity

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus
• Stock options
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Flexible work options
• Professional development opportunities