USA - Procurement Consulting Lead

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a Procurement Contractor - Marketing & Sales Support for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Cambridge, MA OR remote (working EST hours). Details for the position are as follows:

Job Title: Procurement Contractor - Marketing & Sales Support

Location: Cambridge, MA / Hybrid (8 days per month onsite) - EST Time Zone required if remote

Pay Rate: $96.55-$100.67 per hour

Duration: 6 Months (Start ASAP; Potential to Extend or Convert Based on Performance/Budget) Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Procurement Contractor to support Marketing & Sales procurement activities. This role will assist category managers in executing sourcing events, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a customer-focused mindset, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities

• Support category managers in procurement activities for marketing and commercial services (e.g., agencies, media, market insights).
• Assist with sourcing events including RFP development, bid analysis, supplier negotiations, and supplier management tasks.
• Manage contract lifecycle activities and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain precise records within procurement systems; track contract status and updates.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve operational issues in a timely manner.
• Conduct benchmarking, supplier research, and spend analysis using procurement tools and available datasets.
• Generate reporting and analytics on spend, supplier performance, and project management timelines.
• Monitor contract renewals and expirations; troubleshoot issues related to POs, invoices, and SOWs.
  
  

Experience & Qualifications

• Prior experience in procurement or sourcing, preferably supporting marketing categories.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical industry procurement and compliance processes is a strong plus.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency with procurement systems/tools and MS Office applications.
• Excellent communication and time-management abilities.
• Strong sense of urgency with high-quality output.
• Customer-centric mindset and collaborative working style.
• Demonstrated project coordination skills with reliable follow-through.
• Strong problem-solving skills and process-oriented approach.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.