Sourcing Manager - Knowledge Services

GEP Worldwide; Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México; Presencial; MXN 600,000 - 1,000,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing projects within a dynamic team. This role involves defining global sourcing strategies, managing junior professionals, and executing complex procurement activities. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure optimal service and quality while achieving cost efficiency. If you have a passion for procurement and a proven track record in strategic sourcing, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a diverse and creative environment.

Formación

• 10+ years of strategic sourcing experience with strong project management skills.
• Expertise in Professional Services Category and strategic sourcing project design.

Responsabilidades

• Execute complex sourcing projects and lead auctions.
• Manage a team of junior sourcing professionals for coaching and development.

Conocimientos

Strategic Sourcing

Project Management

Financial Analysis

Negotiation Strategy

Influencing Skills

Communication Skills

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

ERP/P2P Systems

Descripción del empleo

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.

What you will do

As a Sourcing Manager in the Knowledge Services team, you will be responsible for executing complex and strategic sourcing projects of categories/sub-categories including translating business requirements into clear statements of Work, soliciting bids, and leading auctions.

Also, you will be responsible for:

1. Defining and implementing global sourcing and outsourcing strategies that consolidate and optimize both the supplier base and services, while securing the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and access to the highest levels of service and quality.
2. Identifying and executing against strategic initiatives to build upon category advisor expertise.
3. Partnering closely with key stakeholder teams to understand critical business needs, trends, and strategies.
4. Managing a team of junior sourcing professionals including Category Managers and Analysts for day-to-day coaching, training, and ongoing development.
5. Leading key procurement activities, including RFx development and execution, Statement of Work (SOW) and contract drafting, and pricing and contract negotiations (new client initiatives).
6. Participating in cross-functional visionary development and implementation.
7. Coaching leadership qualities into subordinates and direct reports, building the future leaders of the organization.

What you should bring

1. 10+ years of relevant experience in strategic sourcing with strong project management skills.
2. Specific category experience (MRO, Capex, Logistics, IT & Professional Services, Marketing), preferably with high-level expertise in Professional Services Category and strategic sourcing project design and execution.
3. Strong financial analysis and quantitative skills.
4. Negotiation strategy development & facilitation.
5. Knowledge of contract drafting and negotiations.
6. Experience managing delivery of junior team (Team of Leads and Analysts).
7. Excellent communication in Spanish and English – written and verbal is a must.

OTHER SKILLS

1. Effective influencer who can make persuasive arguments.
2. Negotiation skills including building eAuction strategies.
3. Excellent communication – written and verbal.
4. Familiarity with Microsoft Office suites, Outlook, and ERP/P2P systems knowledge (RQ).