Sourcing Manager - Knowledge Services
- GEP
- 10 - 15 years
- Mumbai
- 2 months ago
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Job Description
GEP is a diverse, creative team of people passionate about procurement. We invest ourselves entirely in our clients 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. Thats 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. Were 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. Were 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.
JOB SUMMARY
As a Sourcing Manager in the Knowledge Services team, you will be
responsible for leading Global Engagements and executing sourcing
strategies across categories/sub-categories. The individual will
collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, supply
chain, and vendor management, to identify and engage with suppliers,
negotiate contracts, and optimize sourcing processes. Should be a
strategic thinker with exceptional negotiation and communication skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and execute standardized procurement & sourcing end-toend
processes for assigned categories/sub-categories. Able to
understand Category Taxonomy and experience in managing
deliverables in Direct and Indirect categories.
Manage Global Engagements and Programs, directly work with
Client Program Executive and successfully lead the transition and
Go-Live Phase.
Develop and manage the RFx process across categories,
including the preparation and distribution of RFIs (Request for
Information), RFPs (Request for Proposals), and RFQs (Request
for Quotations). Lead the supplier evaluation process, including
conducting supplier assessments, evaluating
scorecard/proposals, and analyzing supplier capabilities and
make recommendations based on defined criteria, negotiate
contracts with new vendor and manage supplier relationships.
Participate in strategic procurement exercises such as
vision/strategy sessions by providing to Client Category Manager
pertinent sub-category information to aid in developing strategic
goals and objectives.
Engage with in-depth Spend Analysis / Opportunity Assessment,
well verse with spend analysis, Spot Buy and Tail Spend
Management.
Actively Lead and engage in Supplier Relationship Management,
Supplier Risk Assessment, Contract Renewals, Contract
Migration & Facilitation, Vendor Onboarding, Service Desk
queries & tasks and Compliance Audit as and when required.
Works closely with the contracts team during contract red lining
and drafting the contract
Translate business requirements into clear and comprehensive
statements of work (SOW). Collaborate with internal and external
stakeholders to gather necessary information and ensure
alignment between business needs and sourcing strategies
Prepare negotiation scripts and negotiate with suppliers, makes
recommendations, helps on-board, qualifies, and contracts with
new vendor and ensures compliance.
Negotiate favorable contract terms and conditions with suppliers,
considering factors such as pricing, quality, delivery, and service
level agreements. Identify opportunities for cost savings and
implement appropriate negotiation strategies.
Manage project allocation, support team members during kick off
meeting and share best practices, responsible for the
development of the team to help improve performance, ensure
adherence to the SLAs and managing the stakeholders with
regular interaction.
Manage account delivery and CSAT independently. Be able to
support the Account Leader in monitoring and managing account
financials.
Representing GEP with confidence, credibility, and poise in
review meetings with senior client stakeholders viz. MBR/ QBR,
etc.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 10-12 years of relevant sourcing & procurement
experience, Category experience of Direct- Chemicals/ Food.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks,
manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
Analytical Aptitude & Business acumen with an understanding of
how markets work.
Good soft skills & Excellent negotiation, communication, and
interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective
relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
Excellent communicationwritten and verbal. Change Management
skills: Effective influencer who can make persuasive arguments and
has Global exposure with respect to clients and suppliers.
Prior experience in a client facing role is necessary, should have an
eye to detail to be able to work towards increasing efficiency.
Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills, attention to detail
and Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and analyze data,
identify trends, and generate actionable insights for process
improvement.
Sound & in-depth knowledge and experience of procurement and
Familiarity with sourcing tools and technologies, such as e-sourcing
platforms, supplier management systems, and contract
management software.
Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies, supplier evaluation and
selection processes, contract negotiation, and supplier performance
& risk management.
Prior experience in tactical & strategic sourcing, contract
negotiations and purchasing processes, subject matter expert
(SME) in at least one or more industries/categories (direct/indirect).
Experience of category management functions like spend analysis &
opportunity identification, building pipeline etc., ability to prioritize
and manage workload & multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques, Microsoft Office
Suite (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience in
ERP/P2P tools. Also, familiar with Dashboard creation and
presenting Governance meetings.
Ability to provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts,
effective team management skills. People Management (Team of 10
to 50) is an advantage.
Ability to handle diverse clients & scope of work and Excellent
people management, mentoring and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint,
Word) and other relevant software applications.
Minimum 10-12 years of relevant sourcing & procurement
experience
Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks,
manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
Analytical Aptitude & Business acumen with an understanding of
how markets work.
Good soft skills & Excellent negotiation, communication, and
interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective
relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
Excellent communicationwritten and verbal. Change Management
skills: Effective influencer who can make persuasive arguments and
has Global exposure with respect to clients and suppliers.
Prior experience in a client facing role is necessary, should have an
eye to detail to be able to work towards increasing efficiency.
Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills, attention to detail
and Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and analyze data,
identify trends, and generate actionable insights for process
improvement.
Sound & in-depth knowledge and experience of procurement and
Familiarity with sourcing tools and technologies, such as e-sourcing
platforms, supplier management systems, and contract
management software.
Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies, supplier evaluation and
selection processes, contract negotiation, and supplier performance
& risk management.
Prior experience in tactical & strategic sourcing, contract
negotiations and purchasing processes, subject matter expert
(SME) in at least one or more industries/categories (direct/indirect).
Experience of category management functions like spend analysis &
opportunity identification, building pipeline etc., ability to prioritize
and manage workload & multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques, Microsoft Office
Suite (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience in
ERP/P2P tools. Also, familiar with Dashboard creation and
presenting Governance meetings.
Ability to provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts,
effective team management skills. People Management (Team of 10
to 50) is an advantage.
Ability to handle diverse clients & scope of work and Excellent
people management, mentoring and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint,
Word) and other relevant software applications.
Job Classification
Industry: Recruitment / StaffingFunctional Area / Department: Procurement & Supply Chain
Role Category: SCM & Logistics
Role: Logistics Manager
Employement Type: Full time
Contact Details:
Company: GEPLocation(s): Mumbai
Keyskills: contract negotiations project management spend analysis data analysis analytical team management spend management interpersonal skills mentoring sourcing strategy selection process people management skills supplier performance negotiation communication skills
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