Job Description
AirAsia MOVE is seeking a dynamic and strategic Procurement Manager - Marketing to lead procurement activities across marketing related spend categories. This includes digital advertising, media buying, creative services, partnerships, PR, influencers and event-related procurement. The role focuses on building strong supplier partnerships, optimizing cost-effectiveness, and driving value across the marketing procurement value chain. The ideal candidate will bring deep sourcing experience, preferably in digital-first or fast-paced consumer industries.
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for marketing-related services, ensuring alignment with campaign timelines, brand objectives, and ROI expectations
Conduct market analysis for media cost trends, agency pricing benchmarks, and creative procurement insights.
Manage supplier evaluations and agency selection processes in partnership with brand and growth teams.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Work closely with Marketing, Brand, Growth, and Content teams to understand campaign needs and deliver procurement support for activations, digital ads, and partnerships.
Provide timely, accurate, and complete reports on category spend, strategic plans, project status, and performance against established KPIs such as cost savings, sourcing cycle time, and vendor SLA compliance.
Contract Management & Compliance
Develop and enforce procurement policies, SOPs, and SLAs to drive consistency and governance across procurement processes.
Lead contract negotiations, ensuring favorable terms and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
Monitor supplier performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.
Performance Management & KPI ownership
Define, track, and report procurement KPIs—including cost savings, sourcing lead time, compliance, and supplier performance—aligned with organizational objectives.
Conduct structured spend analysis across key categories to identify savings opportunities, reduce maverick spend, and drive strategic sourcing decisions.
Develop and maintain spend dashboards and ensure accurate spend classification in collaboration with Finance and Tech for real-time visibility, reporting, and continuous improvement.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Drive innovation through supplier engagement and the adoption of digital procurement tools and processes.
Lead or support digital transformation initiatives within procurement, including automation of purchase-to-pay processes.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with at least 2 years specializing in marketing or media procurement.
Familiarity with marketing categories including media, production, digital, and influencer partnerships.
Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
Proficiency in procurement software and G Suite (Sheet, Doc, Slide).
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Knowledge of contract law and procurement best practices.
Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPM, or equivalent are an advantage.
Preferred Skills
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
Familiarity with sustainable procurement practices is a plus.
Experience in tech, digital, or travel industries is a plus.
At AirAsia MOVE, we are committed to creating a diverse work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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