Manager, Procurement, Marketing Services Portfolio

SC Johnson has been leading with purpose for 140 years, building high-quality products and iconic brands found in homes, schools and businesses in virtually every country worldwide – including OFF!®, Raid®, Glade®, Windex®, Scrubbing Bubbles®, Ziploc®, Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day®, method®, Autan®, Baygon®, Mr Muscle®, Duck®, Lysoform® and more. The 13,000 people of our global, fifth-generation family company are committed to making the world a better place today and for future generations. ABOUT THE ROLE As the Manager Procurement, Marketing Services Portfolio , you will partner with Global Business Units and North America Sales to achieve long-term business objectives, exceed customer expectations, and manage an annual portfolio spend of approximately $160 million. You will support procurement activities across market research, call center, translation services, and promotions categories by building strong partnerships with stakeholders to provide marketing analysis, lead supplier selection and contracting, and manage ongoing supplier relationships. You will also identify opportunities to drive continuous cost and cash improvements, foster innovation, and proactively manage risk. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and support sourcing initiatives by assessing internal customer needs, defining business requirements, executing competitive events, developing total-cost-of-ownership models, negotiating agreements, evaluating and selecting suppliers, supporting contracting, and assisting with implementation Develop and implement the marketing services procurement strategy and lead cross-functional efforts to deliver cost savings, mitigate inflation, create total value, optimize cash, manage risk, and enable innovation Engage with internal customers to understand their needs and translate them into clear business requirements for enterprise-wide sourcing efforts; identify, prioritize, and manage requirements for current, new, and future activities Manage supplier relationships by leading quarterly business reviews for key suppliers, monitoring supplier performance, and resolving escalated supplier issues Deliver objectives aligned with Global Procurement and broader business priorities, including cost, cash, supplier management, customer service, supplier diversity, sustainability, and sales growth Drive a culture of strong performance across the portfolio Maintain and enhance stakeholder collaboration forums and support team performance via maintenance of performance-tracking tools and promote cross-regional collaboration REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, or Marketing 5-8 years of directly relevant experience in procurement. Relevant experience in marketing or marketing services may be considered in place of direct procurement experience Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS MBA degree preferred Proven track record of achieving results in collaboration with cross-functional management peers Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at multiple organizational levels, both internally and externally Demonstrated urgency and decisiveness, with the ability to take prompt action and proactively influence outcomes Strong project and change management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present new ideas to audiences ranging from team members to senior leaders Ability to transition quickly between tasks, shift priorities, and adapt to changing business demands Strong business and financial-management capabilities, with a clear understanding of how sourcing and procurement decisions affect the profit-and-loss statement and balance sheet JOB REQUIREMENTS Office work environment Remote work is available one day per week following the 90-day onboarding period This role is not eligible for relocation BENEFITS AND PERKS SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more. Inclusion & Diversity We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive. We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at . Better Together At SC Johnson, we believe people achieve their best when they collaborate and work together in person. We value connection to strengthen teamwork, accelerate problem solving, and drive innovation. Equal Opportunity Employer The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law. Accommodation Requests If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to . All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. 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