Sourcing Buyer / Strategic Procurement Specialist / Sr. Specialist

Company Overview

GEP is a diverse, creative team passionate about procurement.

We invest ourselves entirely in our clients' success, creating strong collaborative relationships that deliver extraordinary value year after year.

Our clients include global market leaders with international operations, Fortune 500 and Global

• enterprises, and leading government and public institutions.

We provide practical, effective services and software that enable procurement leaders to maximize their impact on business operations, strategy, and financial performance.

GEP values individuality and talent, focusing on what is real and effective.

We recognize good ideas and great people, value results, and believe that ability and hard work drive achievements.

As a learning organization, we actively seek talent to help shape, grow, and improve continuously.

Are you one of us?

GEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, or other protected characteristics.

We are committed to fostering a diverse global workforce.

For more information, visit GEP.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.

What you will do

The Manager will apply strategic consulting expertise in procurement, supply chain management, business process outsourcing, and technology to elevate GEP's offerings.

This role involves managing and supervising the delivery of supply chain consulting services and contributing to the development of new services.

Responsibilities :

Leading strategic sourcing and category management projects

Developing and implementing process improvements for efficiency and cost savings

Ensuring service level requirements are met and exceeding client satisfaction

Engaging with senior client stakeholders

Managing client relationships strategically

Coaching and mentoring consultants

Participating in firm-building activities such as recruiting and training

Contributing to firm growth strategies and execution

Building knowledge and intellectual capital for the firm

Traveling to client sites as required

What you should bring

Requirements :

At least 6 years of procurement consulting experience in top consulting firms and procurement outsourcing, including e-auctions and retail

Strong procurement knowledge

Excellent analytical and reporting skills

Fluent in English; Portuguese is a plus

Proven ability to lead meetings and manage projects

Experience leading small to medium projects

Ability to synthesize large amounts of information concisely

Ability to work independently and in teams

Strong client interaction skills

Good presentation skills

Willingness to travel up to 80% to client sites

Bachelor's degree (BA / BS)

Experience with business development is a plus

Active American visa required

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