Senior Sourcing Manager

GEP LLC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 262,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A global procurement firm is seeking a Senior Sourcing Manager in Riyadh to lead sourcing operations and manage client relationships. The role involves team leadership, stakeholder management, and execution of sourcing strategies. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience, strong financial skills, and proficiency in tools like SAP and Oracle. This position offers growth opportunities and the chance to impact procurement strategies significantly.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience, including at least 3 years of category management.
• Experience with client-facing roles and managing stakeholders.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage team performance by tracking KPIs and SLAs.
• Serve as the primary contact for client stakeholders.
• Lead contract execution processes with legal and compliance teams.

Skills

Procurement

Stakeholder management

Financial modeling

Excel proficiency

Negotiation

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Coupa

Ariba

Job description

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, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to hiring and valuing a global diverse work team. GEP is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

For more information please visit us on GEP.com or check us out on LinkedIn.com.

What you will do

As a Senior Sourcing Manager, you will take full ownership of sourcing operations across direct or indirect categories, ensuring delivery of strategic value to our Fortune-ranked clients. You will lead a team, build strong stakeholder relationships, drive category strategies, and oversee sourcing execution end-to-end. This is a high-impact role that requires a blend of operational excellence, team leadership, and client management.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage team performance by tracking KPIs, SLAs, and resource utilization; provide consolidated reporting and actionable insights to leadership

• Serve as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders within your category, managing end-to-end sourcing, procurement, and category strategy execution

• Develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships with a client-centric mindset; provide regular updates, issue resolution, and strategic inputs

• Lead contract execution processes by working closely with legal, compliance, and audit teams to ensure alignment with organizational policies and risk frameworks

• Ensure continuity of supply and services through effective supplier management, robust risk mitigation plans, and maintaining qualified alternate sources

• Apply best-in-class sourcing practices, market intelligence, and cost optimization strategies tailored to client needs

• Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to team members, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture

• Identify opportunities for business growth and value expansion, both within the current engagement and across adjacent categories or services

What you should bring

Qualification:

• 5+ years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience, including at least 3 years of category management (direct or indirect)

• Strong financial and cost modeling skills with the ability to derive insights from large data sets

• Experience with client-facing roles, managing stakeholders at various levels, and influencing decisions

• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Ariba, SMART by GEP) and data tools

• Demonstrated success in leading and mentoring teams, balancing priorities, and managing multiple projects simultaneously

• Strong business acumen, negotiation skills, and a proactive, solution-oriented approach

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving

• Effective communication and stakeholder influence

• Leadership and team management

• Results-driven with a focus on continuous improvement

• Ability to thrive in diverse corporate environments and navigate complex client landscapes

Growth Opportunities:

• Advanced training on executive stakeholder engagement and client relationship management

• Exposure to multiple industries and sourcing categories to deepen domain expertise

• Cross-functional career mobility into supply chain, technology, or consulting services within GEP

• Fast-track development for future leadership roles based on proven performance