Senior Category Leader, Marketing & Communications

Job overview

The Senior Category Leader, Marketing & Communications is an onsite role based in Kohler, WI. Compensation is $135,600 - $211,000 per year, and this position supports the marketing organization by driving commercial discipline and strategic sourcing across media and agency partnerships. This role exists to maximize value and transparency within the marketing media landscape. The incumbent will lead competitive sourcing events, manage supplier relationships, and provide subject matter expertise to ensure marketing investments align with business objectives and return on investment goals.

What you'll do

• Lead media procurement strategy and sourcing execution for paid media, digital, programmatic, social, search, and agency services.
• Partner with marketing, finance, and legal stakeholders to translate business needs into sourcing strategies and contract requirements.
• Manage supplier evaluations, bid analysis, negotiations, and governance routines.
• Analyze spend, rate cards, and performance data to support fact-based decisions.
• Deliver category value through cost avoidance, risk reduction, and improved transparency.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

onsite

kohler wi

marketing

procurement

media

strategic sourcing

contract management

negotiation

supplier management

$135,600-$211,000/yr

day shift

no travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Day 1 benefits, performance bonus, variable incentive compensation, career growth opportunities, diverse and inclusive workplace.

Why this role

Focuses on marketing media procurement and agency management with a high-level strategic impact.

About the employer

Kohler is hiring for this role. Industry: Marketing Consulting Services. Sector: 54.