Senior Procurement Manager

Creative Artists Agency

. Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across assigned categories from business requirements and market assessment through supplier selection, negotiation, and contract execution .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract lifecycle management, with a strong focus on financial analysis and procurement performance metrics. Proven ability to lead complex negotiations and develop strategic supplier relationships that drive operational performance and value creation.

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Strategic SourcingSupplier ManagementContract Lifecycle ManagementFinancial AnalysisNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

ProcurementSupplier GovernanceRisk ManagementSpend AnalyticsMarket IntelligenceFinancial ModelingCost AvoidanceValue CreationContract ExecutionSupplier Performance Evaluation

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationStakeholder ManagementCollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Enterprise Procurement PlatformsAnalytics ToolsSAP

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

Media & EntertainmentProcurement Best PracticesSupplier RelationshipsContinuous ImprovementProcurement Transformation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across assigned categories from business requirements and market assessment through supplier selection, negotiation, and contract execution
Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business priorities, operational requirements, and financial objectives
Identify procurement opportunities, cost efficiencies, and areas for improved supplier performance
Provide procurement expertise throughout the contract lifecycle
Support procurement activities associated with acquisitions, integrations, and enterprise transformation initiatives
Lead complex supplier negotiations focused on commercial terms, pricing, service levels, risk, and overall value
Partner with Legal, Finance, and business stakeholders to negotiate and execute agreements
Manage contract renewals and key supplier milestones
Develop supplier governance and performance management practices
Evaluate supplier performance, contractual compliance, financial risk, and business continuity considerations
Build strategic supplier relationships supporting innovation, operational performance, and long-term value
Serve as a trusted procurement advisor to business leaders
Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, Technology, Operations, and other business functions
Support integration of procurement processes, technologies, contracts, and supplier relationships
Drive continuous improvement and procurement transformation initiatives
Support adoption of procurement policies, processes, tools, and standards
Develop and track savings, cost avoidance, value creation, and procurement performance metrics
Use spend analytics, market intelligence, and financial analysis to inform sourcing and negotiation strategies
Develop business cases and financial models
Report on sourcing initiatives, supplier performance, savings, risks, and milestones
Identify opportunities involving technology, automation, analytics, and emerging procurement capabilities
Benchmark procurement practices against industry standards and market trends
Mentor and develop team members and support a collaborative procurement culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 8 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier management, or related experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field required
Master's degree preferred
Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred
Demonstrated experience leading complex sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations
Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, contract lifecycle management, supplier governance, risk management, and procurement best practices
Experience partnering with senior executives and cross-functional teams, including Legal, Finance, Technology, and Operations
Experience with enterprise procurement platforms and analytics tools; SAP experience preferred
Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze spend, evaluate commercial models, and quantify procurement value
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex initiatives in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Exceptional negotiation, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Media & Entertainment industry experience strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits eligibility
Discretionary bonus