Category Lead for Europe in Marketing & Communication Procurement at Opella, responsible for executing procurement strategies and optimizing agency ecosystems across regions.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement forward-thinking, competitive procurement strategies for communication and medical agency categories across Europe region.
Leverage market intelligence to identify risks, opportunities, and innovation potential.
Align procurement strategies with business priorities to deliver cost savings, value creation, and sustainability goals.
Translate regional marketing vision into actionable procurement plans and ensure successful execution across Europe affiliates.
Lead agency portfolio optimization, strategic sourcing, and supplier innovation programs.
Drive excellence in integrated agency management across Advertising, Digital Content, HCP, PR/Influencers, Events, and hybrid/in-house models.
Act as a trusted partner to Marketing, Brand & Innovation, and HCP teams, simplifying collaboration and enabling agile execution.
Requirements
Minimum 5 years of experience in marketing procurement, agency management, or business operations
Proven expertise in marketing procurement, agency management, and business operations
Deep understanding of digital, content, advertising, omni-channel marketing ecosystems
High business and financial acumen with the ability to influence stakeholders
Strong track record in delivering savings and value through strategic sourcing and demand management
Excellent negotiation, project management, and analytical skills
Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional European languages are a plus.
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development opportunities
Job title
Category Lead – Marketing & Communication Procurement
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