Sourcing Lead

GEP Worldwide; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global procurement firm in Jeddah seeks a Sourcing Lead to manage complex sourcing projects, translate business needs into actionable plans, and negotiate supplier agreements. Ideal candidates will have 4-7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, with strong analytical and project management skills. The role offers opportunities for professional development and collaboration with leading organizations.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Collaboration with leading organizations

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in strategic sourcing.
• Experience in indirect categories: IT, HR, Marketing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing projects across categories.
• Manage end-to-end bidding processes.
• Negotiate with suppliers for the best terms.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Project management

Analytical mindset

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

What you will do

As a Sourcing Lead in our Knowledge Services team, you will execute complex and strategic sourcing projects across various categories. You’ll be responsible for translating business needs into clear Statements of Work (SOW), managing bids, leading auctions, and working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure optimal sourcing outcomes. If you have a passion for supply chain excellence and a knack for project management, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead complex and strategic sourcing projects across categories and sub-categories by translating business requirements into clear, actionable Statements of Work.
• Manage the end-to-end bidding process, including soliciting bids, preparing negotiation scripts (e.g. RFI, RFP, RFQ, Scorecard and Bid Analysis, etc.), leading auctions, and making supplier recommendations.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best terms, onboard and qualify new vendors, and ensure full compliance with contractual and organizational standards.
• Serve as a thought leader, applying business expertise and breakthrough thinking to help clients achieve long-term strategic goals.
• Optimize functional sourcing support activities while ensuring alignment with client corporate standards and provide necessary information to the enablement group.
• Collaborate with internal and external business partners to drive decisions that align with the organization's broader goals and ensure efficient daily execution.
• Manage project allocation, support team members during kick-off meetings, and share best practices to foster continuous improvement across sourcing activities.
• Monitor performance satisfaction, ensure Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are met, and spearhead continuous improvement initiatives for sourcing processes.
• Participate in recruitment and team-building efforts to strengthen the Knowledge Services team.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• 4-7 years of proven experience in strategic sourcing, with a focus on indirect categories such as IT, HR, Professional services, Marketing, Logistics and Business services. Experience in Logistics and Business services is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels within the client organization.
• Highly analytical mindset, capable of developing baselines, conducting market analysis, and presenting findings in a concise and effective manner.
• Demonstrated success in leading and executing complex negotiations.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously, assess new purchase requirements, and manage spend and risk.
• Advantageous: Familiarity with business process improvement methodologies such as TQM, Six Sigma, or APEX.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and growth in a global organization.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to work with leading organizations and influence their procurement strategies.