Director, Marketing Operations - Budget And Procurement
AVEVA
London, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Marketing budget operations and procurement
Global organization and multinational procurement
Marketing spend categories knowledge
Shape and optimize Marketing’s procurement and budget operating model as the conduit between Marketing, Procurement, and Finance
Job Summary
Shape and optimize Marketing’s procurement and budget operating model as the conduit between Marketing, Procurement, and Finance.
Drive enterprise-wide alignment to strengthen Marketing’s operational effectiveness and financial stewardship, enabling effective investment deployment.
Benefits include a flexible benefits fund, emergency leave days, adoption leave, 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension, life cover, private medical insurance, parental leave, and an education assistance program.
Matching Summary
Shape and optimize Marketing’s procurement and budget operating model as the conduit between Marketing, Procurement, and Finance.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Marketing budget operations and procurement
Global organization and multinational procurement
Marketing spend categories knowledge
Negotiation and influencing skills
Financial acumen and budget management
Cross-functional and multicultural team leadership
Procurement systems knowledge (e.g., Oracle)
Nice-to-have
Commitment to sustainability and ethical practices
Proactive communication and problem-solving
Strategic mindset with attention to detail
Key Requirements
Degree in Business, Marketing, Procurement or related field or equivalent experience
Strong experience in marketing budget operations and procurement
Experience in a global organization and multinational procurement processes
Deep understanding of marketing spend categories
Strong negotiation skills
Financial acumen with experience managing large budgets
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams
Knowledge of procurement systems (e.g., Oracle)
Clear, proactive communication style
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Excellent project/program management skills
Strategic mindset with attention to detail
Commitment to sustainability, diversity, and ethical procurement practices