Assistant Vice President, Indirect Sourcing, Media & CMI

Job Title: Assistant Vice President, Indirect Sourcing, Media & CMI

Location: NYC - 10 Hudson Yards

Hello, we're L'Oreal. We're not just building brands, we're shaping how the world experiences beauty (and it takes a lot of cool jobs to do it). Intrigued? Keep reading, this might be the opportunity you've been searching for.

A Day in the Life

As the Assistant Vice President for Media & Consumer Market Insight (CMI) Sourcing, you will report to the VP of Media & Marketing Sourcing, leading a dedicated team to shape our partnerships across a ~$1.5Bn spend. You are a strategic partner, bridging the gap between global sourcing functions, our Chief Digital & Marketing Office, and Finance leaders to drive value and innovation.

• Develop Strategic Vision: You will design and execute the long-term sourcing strategies and implementation roadmaps for media and consumer market intelligence (CMI), aligning with key business priorities.
• Lead Commercial Excellence: You will spearhead high-stakes negotiations for multi-million-dollar contracts with agencies and tech providers, working closely with Legal to ensure robust and favorable agreements.
• Drive Performance & Partnership: You will manage and evolve our supplier relationships, implementing formal performance monitoring to ensure our partners are innovating and delivering top-tier results.
• Lead & Inspire: You will provide direct management to a sourcing team, focusing on their development, building a culture of excellence, and ensuring your hub is a center of expertise.

We Are Looking For

We are seeking a leader with a strong service orientation and the ability to influence decisions in a highly matrixed environment. You thrive on driving results and turning strategic vision into tangible outcomes. You are a great match if you have:

• Highly experienced background in the Media/Marketing industry, preferably within strategic sourcing.
• Strategic Business Acumen to develop long-term vision and roadmaps.
• Expert Negotiation Skills for complex, high-value contracts.
• Proven Stakeholder Management ability to influence and act as a valued partner.
• Strong Leadership & People Development skills to inspire and grow your team.
• Adept in Data & Analytics to drive financial reporting and prove value.

What's In It For You

• Salary Range: $147, 100 - $213,300 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level)
• Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
• Hybrid Work Policy (3 Days in Office, 2 Days Work from Home)
• Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)
• Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L'Oreal's Internal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance)
• Learning & Development Opportunities for Career Progression (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
• Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)
• Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs

Don't meet every single requirement? At L'Oreal, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

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