Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e. V. (DLR) is Hiring for Director, Gbl Media&Insights Svcs Proc.

Global Media And Insights Services Procurement Director — Piscataway, NJ

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking a Global Media and Insights Services Procurement Director to lead strategy, sourcing, and vendor relationships across media, marketing, and insights services. This senior role is designed for a procurement leader who can drive value, mitigate risk, and align stakeholders worldwide.

Company Overview

Colgate-Palmolive is a global consumer products company operating in more than 200 countries, with brands across Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. The company emphasizes a culture grounded in caring, inclusivity, and courage, with a focus on building a healthier future for people, pets, and the planet.

Role Summary

The Director will set the global strategy for sourcing marketing, media, and insights services; lead negotiations and supplier management; and strengthen processes, analytics, and governance. Success requires deep knowledge of the media landscape, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to partner across marketing, finance, legal, and regional teams.

Strategy Focus Areas

• Translate requirements for service, volatility, cost transparency, sustainability, and growth into sourcing strategies.
• Optimize commercial services to mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Enable capability sourcing for growth, including media, creative, and design agencies and effective use of consultants.
• Advance the digital roadmap to assess spend, commitments, supplier risk, and contract gaps.
• Evaluate processes continuously and identify BPO opportunities where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global media services procurement strategy aligned to business goals.
• Lead sourcing for advertising, marketing, digital media, and public relations services.
• Negotiate complex contracts with agencies, publishers, and vendors to secure optimal value and terms.
• Own vendor performance, compliance, and relationship management across divisions and regions.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to surface savings and innovation opportunities.
• Partner closely with marketing, finance, and legal to ensure alignment and efficient processes.
• Define policies and controls that strengthen compliance and mitigate risk globally.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of media procurement professionals.
• Report on activities, savings, and KPIs to senior management and stakeholders.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years in media services procurement with leadership experience across stakeholders.
• Proven record negotiating complex contracts and delivering measurable cost efficiencies.
• Deep understanding of the global media landscape, trends, and agency ecosystem.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with proficiency in procurement tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Experience leading high-performing teams and optimizing vendor relationships at scale.

Compensation, Benefits, And Location

Location: Piscataway, NJ. Salary range: $185,000–$200,000 USD, based on experience, qualifications, and location. Relocation assistance is offered within the country. Eligible roles may also receive discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; basic life insurance.
• Paid parental leave and disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match, subject to eligibility.
• Minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays (prorated by hire date).
• Paid sick leave per local laws and company policy.

Colgate-Palmolive is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities.

How To Apply

Submit your application via the Colgate-Palmolive careers portal. Apply here.

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Closing Thoughts

If you bring deep media procurement expertise and a track record of delivering strategic value, this role offers the scope to influence outcomes at global scale. Review the details and apply if your experience aligns.