Category Manager, Marketing, Google Procurement

Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Chicago, IL, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; Austin, TX, USA.Minimum qualifications:• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.• 7 years of experience in procurement, marketing, advertising category sourcing, category strategy development, or a related function within an advertising agency or marketing field.• Experience working with vendor managers, suppliers, or advertising agencies.Preferred qualifications:• Master's degree or PhD.• Experience supporting global initiatives from strategy to execution, delivering results that optimize strategies, streamline operations, and introduce innovative solutions.• Experience influencing and negotiating with cross-functional teams consisting of various internal and external stakeholders.• Understanding of creative and social campaign processes.• Ability to develop/execute strategic plans, leveraging stakeholder engagement, contract management, supplier analysis, and performance optimization, while effectively communicating/resolving complex issues.• Ability to utilize technology/analytics to optimize category management strategies, resulting in data-driven decisions that enhance performance and profitability.About The JobIn this role, you will partner closely with key stakeholders to help shape and implement procurement strategies. You will be responsible for developing and driving category strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and bringing excellence to Google wide sourcing, supplier, and contract management.The US base salary range for this full-time position is $129,000-$191,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .Responsibilities• Analyze data to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities.• Lead Request for Proposal (RFP)/Request for Information (RFI) processes and discussions with marketing agencies.• Build strong agency relationships for optimal service.• Partner with Marketing Operations, Product Marketing, and other teams to align procurement with business goals.• Monitor compliance, track performance, and stay informed on industry trends and best practices.Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form .