Strategic Sourcing buyer

<div style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:'Segoe UI';line-height:20px;"><h2><span style="font-size:24px;">Welcome to GEP</span></h2><h3><span style="font-size:24px;">Who We Are</span></h3><p><span style="font-size:14px;">GEP is a global leader in procurement and supply chain transformation, helping the world's leading enterprises drive efficiency, innovation, and sustainable growth. With more than 30 offices worldwide, GEP combines consulting expertise, AI-powered software, and managed services to solve complex business challenges and deliver measurable results.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;">We are consistently recognized as one of the fastest-growing and most innovative companies in our industry, and our people are at the center of that success.</span></p><hr /><h2><span style="font-size:24px;">Why Grow Your Career at GEP?</span></h2><p><span style="font-size:14px;">At GEP, your ideas matter. We empower our team members to take ownership, challenge conventional thinking, and create meaningful impact for our clients.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;">You'll have the opportunity to:</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Work with global Fortune 500 clients</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across diverse categories</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Develop expertise in procurement transformation and supplier management</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Collaborate with highly skilled professionals across multiple regions</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Accelerate your career through continuous learning and growth opportunities</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size:14px;">Success is recognized and rewarded, creating a fast-paced environment where high performers can advance their careers quickly.</span></p><hr /><h2><span style="font-size:24px;">Our Commitment to Inclusion</span></h2><p><span style="font-size:14px;">At GEP, diversity of thought drives innovation. We proudly welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, cultures, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, and ages.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;">As a women-founded and women-owned company, we are committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, contribute, and grow.</span></p><hr /><h2><span style="font-size:24px;">What You'll Do</span></h2></div><div style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:'Segoe UI';line-height:20px;"><p><span style="font-size:14px;">As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will support clients in optimizing procurement performance, reducing costs, strengthening supplier relationships, and driving sourcing excellence.</span></p><h3><span style="font-size:18px;">Strategic Sourcing & Procurement</span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Execute end-to-end sourcing projects including RFx events, supplier evaluations, benchmarking, and negotiations.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Identify qualified suppliers and develop sourcing strategies to meet business objectives.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Analyze supplier proposals and provide data-driven recommendations.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Lead competitive bidding processes, e-auctions, and supplier selection activities.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Translate business requirements into effective Statements of Work (SOWs) and sourcing documentation.</span></li></ul><h3><span style="font-size:18px;">Supplier Management</span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Conduct supplier research and market intelligence activities.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Manage supplier performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Participate in supplier onboarding, qualification, contracting, and compliance activities.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.</span></li></ul><h3><span style="font-size:18px;">Analytics & Business Support</span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Analyze spend data, market trends, and supplier performance metrics.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Develop business cases and sourcing recommendations supported by quantitative analysis.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Prepare executive-ready reports, dashboards, and presentations for clients.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Support clients with ongoing sourcing activities, cost reduction initiatives, and supplier management programs.</span></li></ul><h3><span style="font-size:18px;">Stakeholder Collaboration</span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure sourcing initiatives align with business objectives.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Communicate sourcing recommendations effectively to stakeholders at various organizational levels.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Drive process compliance and support procurement best practices across engagements.</span></li></ul><hr /><h1><span style="font-size:24px;">What We're Looking For</span></h1><h3><span style="font-size:18px;">Qualifications</span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, RFx processes, auctions, or procure-to-pay operations.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Experience managing sourcing projects from initiation through supplier selection and implementation.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Strong understanding of procurement and supplier management best practices.</span></li></ul><h3><span style="font-size:18px;">Language Requirements</span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Fluency in English and Spanish is required.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Portuguese proficiency is highly desirable.</span></li></ul><h3><span style="font-size:18px;">Technical Skills</span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Experience with ERP, Procure-to-Pay (P2P), or Source-to-Pay (S2P) platforms.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Ability to analyze large data sets and derive actionable insights.</span></li></ul><hr /><h1><span style="font-size:24px;">What Makes You Successful</span></h1><p><span style="font-size:14px;">We're looking for professionals who are:</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Analytical and data-driven</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Strong negotiators and relationship builders</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Excellent communicators, both written and verbal</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Organized and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Self-motivated and comfortable working independently</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Adaptable and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, client-focused environment</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;">Collaborative team players who enjoy solving complex business challenges</span></li></ul><hr /><div style="line-height:20px;"><h2><span style="font-size:24px;">Join Us</span></h2><p><span style="font-size:14px;">If you're passionate about procurement, sourcing, supplier management, and delivering business value through strategic thinking and data-driven decisions, we'd love to hear from you.</span></p><p><strong><span style="font-size:14px;"><br /></span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">Join GEP and help shape the future of procurement and supply chain excellence.</span></strong></p></div></div>