Strategic Procurement Specialist/Sr. Specialist

at  GEP

Company Overview:
GEP is a diverse, creative team of people passionate about procurement. We invest ourselves entirely 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 maximise 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.
Are you one of us?
GEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to hiring and valuing a global diverse work team.
For more information please visit us on GEP.com or check us out on LinkedIn.com.
What you will do:
The role of the Manager is to apply strategic consulting expertise in the areas of purchasing, supply chain management, business process outsourcing and technology to take GEP to the next level. This manager level consultant will also manage and supervise the delivery of supply chain consulting services and assist in development of new services.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 6 years consulting Procurement experience in top consulting firms, as well as Procurement Outsourcing Background (e-auctions & Retail)
• Solid procurement knowledge
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; Portuguese is a plus
• Ability to lead and manage meetings
• Experience in leading small and medium size projects and assignments
• Ability to convert large amount of information into concise description
• Ability to work in self-managed and team environments
• Good record of interaction with customers
• Good Presentation skills
• Open to Travelling to client´s site up to 80% ir required
• BA/BS Degree required
• Exposure to Business Development is a PLUS
• Active American Visa

• Leading strategic sourcing and category management projects and activities
• Identifying, developing and implementing process improvement ideas that drive improved efficiencies and cost savings
• Meeting and exceeding all service level requirements and driving exceptional client satisfaction
• Interacting with senior levels in client organizations
• Strategic Client Management & Client Relationship Building
• Coaching & mentoring of consultants
• Firm building activities including recruiting, training, etc.
• Participating in Firm Growth Strategy & Execution activities
• Knowledge & Intellectual Capital building for the firm
• Travelling to a client´s site as required
  What you should bring: