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Planet Fitness is currently looking for a Head of Procurement who is responsible for overseeing the purchasing and supply chain management functions within the organization.

This role ensures that all procurement activities are carried out efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with legal and ethical standards.

The primary objective is to develop and implement procurement strategies that meet the company's operational needs while managing supplier relationships and driving process improvements.

1. Procurement Strategy and Leadership
   • Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company's business goals and objectives.
   • Lead the procurement team to achieve cost savings, supplier performance improvements, and risk mitigation.
   • Work with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and legal, to ensure procurement processes support broader company initiatives.
   • Identify and assess potential risks in procurement activities and develop strategies to minimize those risks.
2. Supplier Relationship Management
   • Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure product availability and competitive pricing.
   • Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers, ensuring the company obtains the best value.
   • Develop a supplier performance management system, evaluating suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and service.
   • Implement strategic sourcing to identify new suppliers, products, and services that meet the company's requirements.
3. Procurement Operations
   • Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring adherence to company policies and legal requirements.
   • Implement and manage procurement systems and processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
   • Monitor procurement budgets, ensure spending aligns with company objectives, and identify areas for cost savings.
   • Manage inventory levels to avoid stockouts or overstocking, while ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
4. Policy and Compliance
   • Establish and enforce procurement policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and mitigate potential risks.
   • Ensure procurement practices adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., anti-bribery laws, conflict of interest policies).
   • Drive ethical sourcing initiatives, ensuring that all goods and services are sourced responsibly and sustainably.
5. Team Management and Development
   • Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team, providing guidance on best practices, procurement strategies, and process improvements.
   • Set clear goals and performance metrics for the team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
   • Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to support career development and progression within the team.
   • Ensure the team is trained on procurement systems, company policies, and relevant legal or regulatory requirements.
6. Cost and Performance Management
   • Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve value without compromising quality or service levels.
   • Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess procurement performance, including cost savings, supplier performance, and delivery accuracy.
   • Ensure that procurement decisions contribute to the overall financial performance of the company.
7. Technology and Process Improvements
   • Ensure effective upkeep of current procurement systems.
   • Develop and ensure reporting and required dashboards are created and maintained.

1. Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute procurement strategies that align with the company's business objectives.
2. Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills to ensure the company gets the best possible terms from suppliers.
3. Analytical Ability: Able to analyze procurement data, supplier performance, and market trends to make informed decisions.
4. Leadership and Team Management: Capable of leading a team, motivating staff, and managing performance.
5. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage with internal stakeholders and external suppliers effectively.
6. Problem-Solving Skills: Proactive problem-solver who can handle unexpected issues in the supply chain or procurement processes.
7. Ethical Judgment: High ethical standards, ensuring that all procurement activities are conducted with integrity and compliance with legal standards.

1. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is preferred.
3. Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role.
4. Proven experience in developing and implementing procurement strategies in a large organization.
5. Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, sourcing strategies, and contract negotiation.
6. Experience with procurement software and tools (e.g., ERP systems, e-sourcing platforms).
7. Experience managing a team and fostering a high-performance culture.

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Hello Vendor Management Analyst.

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and the game changers. As part of our talent team at FNB Points of Presence, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change

Ensure the continuous improvement of operational processes while enhancing, building, and maintaining strong relationships with third-party vendors and partners.

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Vendor & Contract Management

• Manage vendor onboarding, contracting, and compliance (BBBEE, industry certifications).
• Maintain and update vendor documentation, dashboards, and central repository monthly.
• Monitor vendor billing to ensure alignment with service agreements and SLAs.
• Analyse vendor capabilities and performance.
• Coordinate vendor engagements, reviews, and problem resolution.
• Facilitate approvals and communication with business units and stakeholders.
  
  

• Deliver against operational and cost targets.
• Negotiate pricing and service delivery to optimize business outcomes and control costs.
• Establish and manage budget goals across functional areas to improve cost efficiency.
• Identify, control, and escalate risks that may lead to increased costs.
• Assist with Total Cost of Ownership analysis and business case viability.
  
  

• Ensure adherence to governance, legislative, policy, and audit requirements.
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• Promote a service culture focused on innovation and exceptional client service.
• Provide guidance and support on vendor service acquisition.
  
  

• Bachelor’s Degree/BTech (NQF Level 7) in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• 3 – 5 Years relevant experience
• Over 1 year experience within an Information Technology (IT) environment
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Contract background will be advantageous
  
  

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• A challenging working environment
• Opportunities to innovate
  
  

• Analytical
• Adaptable and curious
• Thrive in a collaborative environment
• Conceptual and Big Picture Thinking
• Strategic Thinking
  
  

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• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Business Development and Sales
• Industries Banking

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Join to apply for the Head of Procurement role at Ocean Basket Holdings .

Manage supplier relationships and source high-quality, cost-effective ingredients, ensuring consistent supply to Ocean Basket operations while optimizing procurement processes and supporting the brand’s customer experience and sustainability goals.

• Lead and execute a procurement strategy aligned with operational and budget needs.
• Source F&B supplies (e.g., seafood, groceries, packaging) from local and global suppliers.
• Build strong supplier partnerships and negotiate favorable terms.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, finance, and menu teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Drive cost optimisation, inventory forecasting, and performance tracking.
• Require 5+ years’ procurement experience in the F&B industry.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and quality standards.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and financially fluent.
• Collaborative and proactive problem solver.
• Passion for food, sustainability, and customer service.
• Hospitality or Business degree advantageous.

• Director

• Full-time

• Business Development, Distribution, and Customer Service

• Food and Beverage Services

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Planet Fitness is currently looking for a Head of Procurement who is responsible for overseeing the purchasing and supply chain management functions within the organization. This role ensures that all procurement activities are carried out efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with legal and ethical standards. The primary objective is to develop and implement procurement strategies that meet the company's operational needs while managing supplier relationships and driving process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement Strategy and Leadership
2. Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company's business goals and objectives.
3. Lead the procurement team to achieve cost savings, supplier performance improvements, and risk mitigation.
4. Work with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and legal, to ensure procurement processes support broader company initiatives.
5. Identify and assess potential risks in procurement activities and develop strategies to minimize those risks.
6. Supplier Relationship Management
7. Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure product availability and competitive pricing.
8. Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers, ensuring the company obtains the best value.
9. Develop a supplier performance management system, evaluating suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and service.
10. Implement strategic sourcing to identify new suppliers, products, and services that meet the company's requirements.
11. Procurement Operations
12. Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring adherence to company policies and legal requirements.
13. Implement and manage procurement systems and processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
14. Monitor procurement budgets, ensure spending aligns with company objectives, and identify areas for cost savings.
15. Manage inventory levels to avoid stockouts or overstocking while ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
16. Policy and Compliance
17. Establish and enforce procurement policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and mitigate potential risks.
18. Ensure procurement practices adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., anti-bribery laws, conflict of interest policies).
19. Drive ethical sourcing initiatives, ensuring that all goods and services are sourced responsibly and sustainably.
20. Team Management and Development
21. Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team, providing guidance on best practices, procurement strategies, and process improvements.
22. Set clear goals and performance metrics for the team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
23. Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to support career development and progression within the team.
24. Ensure the team is trained on procurement systems, company policies, and relevant legal or regulatory requirements.
25. Cost and Performance Management
26. Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve value without compromising quality or service levels.
27. Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess procurement performance, including cost savings, supplier performance, and delivery accuracy.
28. Ensure that procurement decisions contribute to the overall financial performance of the company.
29. Technology and Process Improvements
30. Ensure effective upkeep of current Procurement systems.
31. Develop and ensure reporting and required dashboards are created and maintained.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute procurement strategies that align with the company's business objectives.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills to ensure the company gets the best possible terms from suppliers.
• Analytical Ability: Able to analyze procurement data, supplier performance, and market trends to make informed decisions.
• Leadership and Team Management: Capable of leading a team, motivating staff, and managing performance.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage with internal stakeholders and external suppliers effectively.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Proactive problem-solver who can handle unexpected issues in the supply chain or procurement processes.
• Ethical Judgment: High ethical standards, ensuring that all procurement activities are conducted with integrity and compliance with legal standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing procurement strategies in a large organization.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, sourcing strategies, and contract negotiation.
• Experience with procurement software and tools (e.g., ERP systems, e-sourcing platforms).
• Experience managing a team and fostering a high-performance culture.

If you have not received any feedback within 7 days please consider your application unsuccessful.

Our client is a leading multinational Independent Power Producer (IPP) with operations spanning four regions and a growing portfolio of renewable energy assets. As they expand their global footprint, they are seeking a dynamic Head of Procurement – Group Level to lead and elevate their procurement strategy across all jurisdictions.

Reporting directly to the Group COO, the Head of Procurement will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement function across the Group. This strategic role will oversee procurement operations in multiple regions, lead a cross-border team, and ensure alignment with business goals, cost optimization, and supply chain integrity.

Position: Head of Procurement - Group

Location: Western Cape, Cape Town

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business or similiar (Minimum)

5 years minimum in senior management role within a group of companies

10 + year's experience in procurement within multinational company

Salary: R2mil to R2.4mil excluding performance bonus

Skills:

Very strong negotiation and communication skills

Procurement and contracts management

Knowledge of BBBEE

Renewable energy experience is advantageous, strong commercial experience and understanding is non-negotiable

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the Group’s global procurement strategy aligned with operational and sustainability objectives.
• Manage and lead a geographically dispersed procurement team across four regions.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies to support renewable energy projects
• Provide strategic input on operational procurement
• Lead supplier negotiations, partnerships, and contractual frameworks that support long-term business growth.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of renewable energy, we want to hear from you!

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Date Posted: 07/03/2025
Req ID: 43493
Faculty/Division: Ofc of the Chief Information Officer
Department: Information Security
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Under the general supervision of the Associate Director, Information Security Strategic Initiatives, the Manager, Information Security Strategic Execution is the University of Toronto lead for driving delivery of institutional top priority information security projects.

Supervising a team of professionals and project-specific contractors & third-party services, the Manager oversees a portfolio of strategic initiatives, establishes project governance structures such as steering committees and advisory boards, manages project budgets, and ensures matrix teams follow standard project delivery and management processes. The Manager is responsible for ensuring University of Toronto divisions and departments are properly engaged, informed, and actively collaborating on institutional information security strategic initiatives.

As a member of the ITS management team, the Manager works with others to continuously review and enhance standardized project management process, refine divisional engagement models, and defines appropriate project metrics and consistent reporting workflow, formatting, and tracking technology.

With a strong business-oriented focus, the Manager, Information Security Strategic Execution is responsible for working with Information Technology staff and resources at the University of Toronto to develop and deliver coordinated and strategic efforts to minimize risk of compromise of servers, and server-based applications. Work is done in the context of existing policy, guidelines and applicable legislation in a fluid, consultative environment. The Manager, Information Security Strategic Execution leads analysis of complex projects or business practices to directly identify and mitigate privacy and security risks. They are responsible for escalating timely and emerging information risks to the university.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION:

University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• Ten-plus years working in an Information Technology environment.
• Five-plus years in a team lead or senior/supervisory role in an IT environment. Five-plus years working with Information Security as a prime focus of activity. Five-plus year experience with project and portfolio management.
• Experience in software and hardware project delivery in a high-volume, large, strategic enterprise IT environment.
• Experience as a Technical Lead focused on designing and delivering solutions and systems integrations.
• Experience with Agile and/or Waterfall Project/Program delivery DevOps, or DevSecOps experience.
• Experience with service development and service management. Managerial experience over highly skilled staff.
• Project management experience of complex strategic projects, particularly using an Agile Scrum development methodology .
• Strong experience of delivering digital transformation initiatives, working with business analysts, developers, developing user stories and personas, and product roadmaps.
• Strong experience with systems architecture, development and design, SaaS/PaaS processes, database management, capacity management, virtualization technologies and cloud computing. Strong experience with writing and refining user stories, test cases and acceptance criteria and owns their quality.
• Knowledgeable across multiple functional areas such as product management, software engineering, UX/UI, and customer support.
• Proven experience in translating technical requirements into business language and client requirements into technical language.
• Experience negotiating with service providers, establishing and monitoring service level agreements.
• Understanding of client and server application deployment and support. Understanding of client and server activity tracking.
• Experience in platform migration. Experience in software / service deployment.
• Understanding of IT Architecture concepts and security methodologies. Experience developing information security standards and guidelines. Expert knowledge of information security risk and risk mitigation concepts. Experience configuring high availability solutions.
• Experience compiling and installing software packages from source. Knowledge of TCP/IP networking and client-server architecture and protocols.
• Experience with intrusion detection and prevention – host and network, active and passive. Experience in selecting, configuring and deploying service mis-use detection and prevention technologies (Anti-Spam, Anti-Virus, Anti-DDOS, etc.).
• Extensive experience developing, using and evaluating risk assessment procedures such as questionnaires and survey.
• Experience with Network-available storage / Storage Area Network security.

SKILLS:

Strong communication skills, both oral and written.Strong technical and business solutions design and systems planning skills.Excellent knowledge of services development, systems analysis, specifications techniques and implementation strategies.Excellent staff management, project management, technical lead and facilitation skills. Adept at conforming to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.Ability to master new technology quickly.Ability to quickly assess security incidents based on limited, often incomplete information, and rapidly interpret server / network diagnostic logs.Strong understanding of change and configuration management processes. Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to produce high-quality, comprehensive communications materials.Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Strong ability to elicit cooperation and collaboration from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, stakeholders, and other departments.Excellent conflict resolution skills with strong ability to exercise judgement, tact, discretion and determination.Adept at conducting research into technical or project-related issues and products, to continually improve processes and solutions as technology changes.Strong organization skills with the ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high- pressure environment.Ability to translate and leverage data into a story that drives business opportunity, project objectives and prioritization.Ability to track and evaluate product analytics post launch leveraging data to provide relevant optimizations for improved performance.Adept at conforming to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.Adept at quickly learning, understanding, and applying new technologies and process frameworks.

OTHER:

Both broad and in-depth knowledge of industry innovations and state-of-the-art technology in both computing and networking arenas. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.Familiarity with financial requirements of project management a plus. IT Security certifications held or in progress a plus. Familiarity with database administration and operation a plus.Exposure to e-commerce and other net-centric business models highly desirable, as is experience with, and ability to provide support outside of normal working hours, as needed.

Closing Date: 07/25/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Appointment Type : Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 5 -- Hiring Zone: $118,368 - $38,097 -- Broadband Salary Range: 118,368 - 197,280
Job Category: Information Technology (IT)

Diversity Statement

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Alistair Group is one of East and Southern Africa’s fastest-growing service companies, providing a variety of self-delivered logistics solutions across several geographies, aimed with the vision to Make Africa Work Better! With core competencies in road freight, warehousing, commodity trading and operational hire of material handling equipment, the Group strives for continuous expansion of innovative ancillary services to grow the business vertically, complimented by a healthy dose of entrepreneurial flair. The business has gone from strength to strength, growing quickly in both its geographical coverage and variety of services offered to clients. In 2024, the Group exceeded the 1000 employee mark and managed a fleet of well over 1000 trucks. With Alistair’s aggressive and exciting growth strategy, the Group is poised for significant further expansion and a greater impact in Africa.

• Freight Forwarding
• Clearance & Forwarding
• Energy Industry Support Services
• Equipment Rental
• Commodity Trading
• Integrated Solutions
• Warehousing
• Ocean Freight

• Mining
• Oil & Gas
• Agriculture
• Construction
• Explosives
• Renewables

• Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for key categories of items and services, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, cost optimization, and supplier risk management.
• Continuously engage with key stakeholders in the organization, including management, operations and finance to ensure up to date and complete knowledge about requirements and specifications for category items and services in line with the company’s overall business strategy.
• Continuously stay updated with the market for category items and services and conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to benchmark incumbent suppliers, identify potential new suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and ensure they meet quality, cost, and performance criteria.
• Build and maintain strong, yet independent, relationships with key suppliers, driving strategic partnerships and fostering collaboration to deliver value and innovation across the organization.
• Ensuring a productive labour climate in the Procurement function; in case of irregularities immediately report to management.
• Leverage procurement technology and digital tools to enhance procurement activities, automate routine processes, and provide data-driven insights into purchasing decisions.
• Manage the procurement budget, tracking spend against budgeted targets, identifying areas for cost reduction, and ensuring the achievement of savings goals.
• Continuously evaluate sourcing strategies and identify opportunities for cost savings while maintaining or improving quality and service delivery.
• Implement performance reviews with suppliers to assess service levels, quality, and cost against agreed terms, and ensure corrective action plans are developed when necessary.
• Motivate, organize and encourage teamwork within the workforce to ensure set productivity targets are met.
• Ensure the filing of all Procurement related documentation for auditing purposes.
• Ensure continuous monitoring of stock for re-ordering.
• Communicate all delays or variances to the appropriate parties.
• Investigate stock variances, delivery queries, identify and implement possible ways to prevent future variances/queries.
• Ensure accurate and on-time purchasing of all products and services as required by the organization.
• Expedite PO’s and communicate ETA’s and delays to all relevant parties.
• Update min and max levels for ordering to ensure continuous availability of parts.
• Source alternative solutions, obtain approval and purchase to ensure continuous supply to the organization.
• Enforce Purchasing policies and procedures to ensure good governance.
• Continually investigate opportunities for cost or efficiency savings.
• Provide a high level of customer service with industry standard turnaround times for all requests.
• Actively support the Company’s Health, Safety, Environment and Quality vision and values by observing safety practices at work while performing his/her duties.
• Observing and adhering to safety policies, reporting unsafe acts and hazards.

• Procurement or Supply Chain Qualification or studying towards one.
• 5 - 10 years overall experience.
• Computer Literate.
• Self-motivated, Attention to Detail & Deadline-Oriented.
• Service orientated – actively seek ways to help people.
• Critical thinking skills – identify alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Excel and procurement software.
• Have the ambition to help drive the growth of a young company.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and administration skills.
• Ability to achieve excellent results working autonomously and/or in a team environment.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Financially literate and disciplined.
• Possess a “can-do” attitude always focussing on what “can” be done.
• Possess a desire to continually develop, improve and be ambitious.
• Be physically fit and able to use the correct lifting techniques.
• Able and willing to travel to operational sites and suppliers as needed.

GEP is a diverse, creative team of people passionate about procurement. We invest ourselves in our client’s success, creating strong collaborative relationships that deliver extraordinary value year after year. Our clients include market global leaders with far-flung international operations, Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises, leading government and public institutions.

We deliver practical, effective services and software that enable procurement leaders to maximize their impact on business operations, strategy and financial performance. That’s just some of the things that we do in our quest to build a beautiful company, enjoy the journey and make a difference. GEP is a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We’re focused on what is real and effective. GEP is where good ideas and great people are recognized, results matter, and ability and hard work drive achievements. We’re a learning organization, actively looking for people to help shape, grow and continually improve us.

At GEP, we arelooking to continue our growth trajectory by expanding our talented managed services team.

As a Sourcing Lead, you will partner with our client and internal teams and manage the planning and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives using a multi-step sourcing process.

• Develop category specific requirements and scopes of work consistent with business requirements and client sourcing strategy
• Conduct spend analytics and utilize analytical expertise to deliver a comprehensive total cost of ownership assisting the client business in delivering measurable cost savings
• Initiate and structure efficient RFx’s, participate in supplier negotiations and support negotiation strategies based on supplier proposals and spend analytics
• Utilize your well-developed sourcing skills to manage supplier selection processes and provide data and recommendations to ensure informed business awardswhile developing contractual agreements in collaboration with our client’s business and legal departments

Scope o f Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with Client Category Managers and/or SMEs on project strategy; determine sourcing approach and methodology to be applied based on the strategy
• You will lead and execute the GEP sourcing process from start to finish, e.g., spend data collection and analysis, supply market analysis and supplier discovery if needed
• You will manage suppliers during the sourcing process, including conducting supplier orientation and training on the sourcing process then following up with suppliers on milestone activities
• You will also perform in-depth analysis of proposals submitted, facilitate supplier evaluations, draw conclusions, prepare comprehensive summaries, and present to the client in a concise manner

• You should possess strong sourcing skills, including sourcing methodology and process, e-Sourcing technology, RFX development and management (3-5 years)
• Familiarity with various best practice sourcing approaches and techniques
• Knowledge of the indirect category would be advantageous (trends, suppliers, industry specifics and terminology, legal frameworks)
• You should have the ability to facilitate a total cost ownership discussion with a client team and identify total cost elements
• Strong ability to handle client issues and escalations with sensitivity and diligence, eliminating a need for further escalation
• Proficiency in using e-Sourcing tools.
• Excellent project management skill including project planning, time management, multitasking and critical path definition
• Strong customer service orientation including demonstrated communication during issue resolution and relationship management skills
• Willingness to learn and master client specific processes, terminology, political environment, systems and unique requirements by various business groups
• Solid decision-making and problem-solving ability using available facts in sensitive client situations

As GEP experiences active and rapid growth, we’re looking for people who want to flourish along with us — helping to pave the way to a brighter future.

To learn more about our comprehensive range of consulting and outsourcing services, please visit

GEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

GEP is a diverse, creative team of people passionate about procurement. We invest ourselves in our client’s success, creating strong collaborative relationships that deliver extraordinary value year after year. Our clients include market global leaders with far-flung international operations, Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises, leading government and public institutions.

We deliver practical, effective services and software that enable procurement leaders to maximize their impact on business operations, strategy, and financial performance. GEP is a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We’re focused on what is real and effective. GEP is where good ideas and great people are recognized, results matter, and ability and hard work drive achievements. We’re a learning organization, actively seeking people to help shape, grow, and continually improve us.

At GEP, we are looking to continue our growth trajectory by expanding our talented managed services team.

As a Sr. Strategic Buyer, you will partner with our client and internal teams and manage the planning and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives using a multi-step sourcing process.

• Support category managers with category strategy plans, sourcing execution, and strategic sourcing tasks.
• Identify and communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders, such as suppliers, project sponsors, end-users, and other supporting functions like HR, Legal, and Finance.
• Leverage the GEP network of Category Experts and tools to deliver insights to any project or client.
• Provide support regarding Supplier Management/Procurement processes and policies.
• Establish negotiation strategies, identify and develop negotiation levers, validate them with stakeholders, and lead negotiations to ensure savings, timely supply, and other benefits for purchases, including business analytics, savings reporting, and tracking.
• Discuss with vendors and evaluate their products and capabilities as suppliers.
• Use SMART by GEP technology and client ERP systems for procurement operations.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, manage SOPs, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes.
• Manage all supplier selection and procurement activities (e.g., RFI, RFP, RFQ, Scorecard, and Bid Analysis).
• Work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
• Lead a small/medium-sized team.
• Participate in firm-building activities, including recruitment.

• Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, with focus on the following category: Directs (trends, suppliers, industry specifics, terminology, legal frameworks).
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken).
• Experience managing and mentoring small to medium-sized teams, both operationally and in career development.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of large-scale centralized purchasing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage with all levels of management in client organizations.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and presentation skills, including creating baselines, performing market tests/analyses, and succinctly summarizing key points via email or presentations.
• Experience leading and executing negotiations.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously and assess new purchase requirements based on spend risk, etc.
• Knowledge of various categories, including trends, suppliers, industry specifics, terminology, and legal frameworks, would be advantageous.
• Advantageous: Business process improvement methodologies such as TQM, Six Sigma, APEX, etc.