Marketing Procurement Manager to Retail Company

We’re looking for an experienced Category Manager to step into a key procurement role within the fashion industry. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of strategic sourcing, category development, and stakeholder management – all within a global retail organization known for its dynamic and fast-paced environment. The assignment is full-time (starting ASAP until 30th June) and based in Stockholm.
About the role:
As a Category Manager in Marketing Procurement, you’ll lead the strategic development and execution of the Advocacy & Influence category. Reporting into a central procurement function, your focus will be on optimizing value through sourcing initiatives, supplier management, and contract strategy. You'll work closely with cross-functional stakeholders and lead procurement efforts that align with both commercial goals and sustainability values.
Responsibilities:
Assess current category spend and identify areas for improvement through data-driven analysis


Develop and implement strategic category plans, including sourcing initiatives


Manage supplier performance and maintain strong relationships across current and potential partners


Ensure compliance with long-term contracts and deliver sustainable value


Drive innovation and strategic change within the category, including change management across functions


Collaborate with internal stakeholders and influence key decision-makers


Lead and align category teams to deliver procurement goals effectively

About you:
You are an experienced procurement professional with deep expertise in marketing-related categories such as media, production, or digital services. You thrive in complex organizations and are confident in managing a wide stakeholder landscape. Your strategic mindset, paired with strong analytical and negotiation skills, allows you to drive long-term impact while also delivering on short-term goals. You understand the value of structured change management and can navigate ambiguity to deliver progress.
Experience and skills:
Proven track record in Category Management and sourcing of Marketing Services within large enterprises


University degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or similar


Strong analytical skills, including spend analysis and opportunity assessments


Experience with pricing models and contract structures


Skilled in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration


Fluent in English


Solid experience in driving change within complex organizations


Confident in leading strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiations


About the assignment
For this assignment you will be hired as a full-time consultant by Digitalenta. We offer our consultants a generous package including healthcare allowance, insurance policy, paid vacation days and pension savings. In addition, you'll also have a dedicated consultant manager available throughout your employment with us, in addition to optional networking activities with our network of consultants.