Senior Sourcing Analyst_Columbus

GEP; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

GEP in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Senior Sourcing Analyst to drive cost efficiency and strategic sourcing initiatives across internal and external stakeholders. You will analyze markets, lead supplier negotiations, and ensure compliance with corporate standards.

You will mentor teams, translate data into actionable insights, and help shape procurement strategy while maintaining strong supplier relationships and driving performance improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-6 years in Sourcing and Procurement.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management abilities.
• Effective communication across all levels of management.

Responsibilities

• Vendor Management: solicit bids, lead auctions, negotiate with suppliers, and make recommendations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: lead sub‑category teams to develop deep category knowledge and ensure adherence to supplier agreements.
• Trend Analysis & Benchmarking: monitor industry trends and prepare market intelligence reports.
• Stakeholder Engagement: build partnerships with internal stakeholders and suppliers to support goals.
• Performance Management: draft scorecards and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Risk Assessment: perform supplier profiling and financial risk assessments.

Skills

Advanced analytical, reporting, and 2

Job description

Full Time

Job Description

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 maximize their impact on business operations, strategy and financial performance. GEP is a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We’re a learning organization, actively looking for people to help shape, grow and continually improve us.

Are you one of us?

As a Senior Sourcing Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers to drive cost efficiency and strategic sourcing initiatives. Your analytical skills and industry expertise will be crucial in optimizing procurement strategies, enhancing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with corporate standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Vendor Management: Solicit bids, lead auctions, negotiate with suppliers, and make recommendations. Qualify and contract with new vendors to ensure optimal procurement solutions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead cross-functional sub-category teams to develop deep category knowledge. Drive adherence to preferred supplier agreements and improve non-compliance issues.
• Trend Analysis & Benchmarking: Monitor industry trends and best practices. Conduct industry benchmarking and market intelligence reports to ensure strategic alignment with the latest market developments.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and maintain excellent public relations with outside suppliers to support organizational goals.
• Performance Management: Draft and evaluate scorecards. Conduct complex supplier performance validation events and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Risk Assessment: Perform detailed supplier profiling and financial risk assessments to mitigate potential risks and ensure supplier reliability.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 3-6 years in Sourcing and Procurement.
• Advanced analytical, reporting, and presentation skills, including the ability to create baselines, perform market analyses, and summarize key points effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers and vendors.
• Strong multi-tasking abilities to manage various procurement projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to lead and manage meetings and communicate effectively with all levels of management.
• Demonstrated success in team management and leadership.

Salary Range: $65,000 – $75,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Additional Compensation: Eligible for a performance-based bonus tied to individual and company performance.

Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k) plan with a 3% company match, paid time off, company holidays, and professional development opportunities.

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to a dynamic procurement environment where strategic sourcing and innovation are key drivers.
• Opportunities to influence procurement strategies and contribute to the company’s cost-saving goals.
• A collaborative and supportive work culture that values your expertise and encourages professional growth.

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What makes us really stand out from the crowd?

We value and invest in talent. We respect honesty and individuality. We put our clients and our people first. This is what makes us special, and why GEP is an exceptional place to work.