Category Manager (Marketing)

TL;DR

Category Manager (Marketing): Leading global sourcing activities for marketing spend to maximize value and minimize risk with an accent on strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management. Focus on streamlining procurement processes, executing RFPs, and driving cost-saving initiatives across various marketing channels.

Location: Hybrid (2 days a week in office). Must be based in Bellevue, WA or the San Francisco Bay Area.

Salary: $90,000 — $137,500 USD

Company

hirify.global is a leader in identity security, providing the trusted infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace AI.

What you will do

• Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies for the global Marketing category.
• Manage the entire sourcing lifecycle, including RFIs, RFPs, and market assessments to lead supplier selection.
• Lead commercial term negotiations for SOWs and Order Forms, partnering with Legal on MSAs.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities while tracking KPIs to measure value.
• Build strong partnerships with Marketing stakeholders to align procurement initiatives with business requirements.
• Maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure they meet performance and quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, specifically within Marketing (Creative, PR, Paid Media, Events).
• Proven ability to lead contract and commercial term negotiations independently.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Must be based in Bellevue, WA or the San Francisco Bay Area.

Nice to have

• Professional certifications such as CSCP, CPSM, or CPIM.
• Experience with ERP and financial systems, particularly Coupa, Workday, or ScoutRFP.
• Advanced proficiency in analytics and reporting.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) and flexible spending accounts.
• Paid leave, including PTO and parental leave.
• Immersive in-person onboarding experience to accelerate impact and connection.
• Commitment to social impact and professional talent development.