David H. Kim

Strategic procurement and marketing finance leader with 20+ years of global experience driving cost optimization, supplier strategy, and operational excellence across Fortune 500 companies in healthcare, retail, and financial services. Expert in marketing sourcing, agency management, and financial governance with a proven track record of delivering multimillion-dollar savings, enhancing supplier performance, and aligning procurement strategies with enterprise goals.

Associate Director, Global Procurement – Marketing at Merck & Co., Inc. (2024-01 – Present)

Lead a $450M global marketing portfolio covering Creative/Advertising, Medical Education, Digital Production, and PR/Corporate Communications.

• Spearhead 2025 savings strategy projected to deliver $20M+ in efficiencies across 7 creative agencies and 1 digital production partner.
• Review agency scopes of work, staffing plans, and rate structures to ensure financial alignment and value delivery.
• Drive global sourcing strategies using Merck's Supply Strategy Council (SSC) framework, partnering with regional teams to ensure consistent execution.
• Lead enterprise-wide Decideware initiatives—enhancing scope management, survey tools, and stakeholder training across markets.
• Oversee supplier contract negotiations, RFI/RFP development, and end-to-end sourcing execution aligned with ESG and supplier diversity goals.

Global Strategic Sourcing Manager, Marketing at Amazon (2022-01 – 2023-12)

Directed global marketing sourcing across creative, media, PR, research, and corporate communications, managing spend exceeding $1B.

• Partnered with Amazon Ads, AWS, Prime Video, and other divisions to align sourcing with enterprise growth and innovation priorities.
• Delivered $39M in verified cost savings over two years through financial analysis and strategic supplier negotiations.
• Led a global media agency RFP with third-party consultants, restructuring the AOR model to achieve cost and service efficiencies.
• Improved procurement operations by streamlining collaboration with Legal, Risk, and Finance teams—reducing cycle times and increasing compliance.

Category Manager, Marketing, Advertising & Print Management at Charles Schwab & Co. (2016-07 – 2021-12)

Managed a $250M marketing category portfolio, including creative, media, sponsorships, software, and production services.

• Served as a key advisor to marketing leadership on insourcing vs. outsourcing, supplier consolidation, and process optimization.
• Executed full-cycle sourcing—RFx, contract negotiations, and risk assessments—ensuring competitive pricing and service quality.
• Led Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with major agencies, driving continuous improvement and performance alignment.

Client Finance Director at GHG Summit (Grey Healthcare Group) (2014-07 – 2016-06)

Directed financial operations for a $30M agency P&L, partnering with account and leadership teams to optimize profitability.

• Managed forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting to WPP Holding Company; led a team of direct reports to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Client Finance Manager at Mcgarrybowen (2011-11 – 2014-07)

Oversaw financials for 9 clients (Verizon, JPMC, Disney) representing $250M+ in billings across North America.

• Managed retainers, project fees, and reconciliation processes; streamlined quarterly and annual forecasting.

Senior Client Finance Analyst at Ogilvy & Mather (2006-08 – 2011-11)

Supported global finance operations for IBM, Coca-Cola, IHG, SAP accounts exceeding $300M.

• Developed market rate cards and managed global staffing budgets, ensuring compliance with contract terms.

Financial Analyst at Milberg Weiss Bershad & Schulman LLP (2003-08 – 2006-08)

Financial Analyst at Euro RSCG Circle (Havas) (2002-06 – 2003-08)

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing – Baruch College – City University of New York