[TEMPORARY] Global Procurement Events Specialist

Campari Group today is a major player in the global branded spirits industry, with a portfolio of over 50 premium and super premium brands, marketed and distributed in over 190 markets around the world, with leading positions in Europe and the Americas. Headquartered in Milan, Italy, Campari Group owns 25 plants worldwide and has its own distribution network in 26 countries, and employs approximately 4,700 people. Shares of the parent company Davide Campari - Milano N.V. are listed on the Italian Stock Exchange since 2001. Campari Group is today the sixth-largest player worldwide in the premium spirits industry.Role PurposeAs Global Category Buyer – Marketing & Events, you will play a key role in supporting sourcing and procurement activities for the Global Events category, contributing to the overall Marketing spend. Working closely with the Global Marketing & Media Procurement Director, you will ensure efficient, effective, and continuous supply of goods and services at competitive cost, quality, and lead time. This role is an opportunity to grow your expertise in a dynamic, global environment while collaborating with diverse teams and suppliers.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy Support: Conduct market research, supplier benchmarking, and spend analysis to inform category strategy.Category Management: Track category spend, monitor supplier performance, and prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders.Sourcing & Procurement: Execute RFx processes (RFI, RFQ, RFP), consolidate business requirements, and support negotiations and value-creation initiatives.Supplier Management: Assist with onboarding, qualification, and compliance checks; monitor performance and resolve operational issues collaboratively.Operational Procurement: Manage purchase orders, ensure accurate application of procurement systems (SAP, Coupa), and maintain compliance with policies.Reporting & KPIs: Support reporting on availability, profitability, sustainability, and operational excellence.Capabilities & RequirementsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Marketing, Business, Economics, Engineering, or related fields.4–5 years of professional experience in Marketing, including supplier and contract management (events, agencies, creative services).Procurement experience is a plus but not mandatory.Experience in multinational or matrix organizations is valued.Fluent English required; additional languages (French, Italian, Spanish) are a plus.Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data effectively.Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for analysis and presentations.Understanding of marketing activities (BTL/ATL, events, activations, creative processes).Ability to build collaborative relationships across all levels and navigate ambiguity in a fast‑paced environment.Our commitment to Diversity & InclusionAt Campari Group we believe in building more value together, thus we see diversity in all forms as a source of enrichment. Our employment policies and practices ensure that we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment without regard to any individual’s race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or characteristics or expression, political affiliation or activity, age, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.Campari Group believes that fair compensation and equal opportunities are crucial for employees’ well‑being, empowerment, and engagement. Our efforts to ensure fair pay have earned us the Fair Pay Certification by Fair Pay Workplace, an independent organization dedicated to dismantling pay disparities based on gender, race and their intersection.#J-18808-Ljbffr