Manager - Consulting

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 Consulting Manager at GEP, you will lead transformational programs, set strategic directions, and align resources to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients. With a passion for critical thinking, sourcing, and supplier management, you will be at the forefront of driving tangible results while fostering a collaborative team culture and coaching others. This role places you at the heart of GEP’s Global Delivery Consulting Group, where you will not only build lasting relationships with clients but also contribute to GEP’s ongoing success across diverse industries. Who you are: You’re not like everyone else, you challenge the status quo, think outside the box, and take pride in creating innovative solutions for complex problems. You’re driven to excel and committed to delivering value that exceeds expectations. What you will do: • Client Engagement Leadership: • Lead client engagements, driving initiatives in strategic sourcing, spend analysis, supplier relationship management, and procurement transformation. • Set and execute strategies aligned with client objectives to achieve measurable outcomes (e.g., cost savings, improved SLAs, process transformations). • Data-Driven Decision Making: • Leverage diverse data sources to perform complex analyses and provide fact-based, actionable recommendations. • Communication and Presentation: • Deliver impactful presentations and communicate confidently with clients, including senior executives. • Coach and mentor team members to develop their skills and foster a positive team culture. • Business Development: • Identify opportunities for growth within existing engagements and support program expansion by leveraging relationships with C-suite executives. What you should bring • Experience & Expertise: • Minimum 5+ years in management consulting or a blend of consultancy and procurement industry experience. • Proficiency in strategic sourcing, spend analysis, supplier relationship management, and Source-to-Pay/Procure-to-Pay processes. • Education: • Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree from a top-tier institution is a strong plus. • Skills & Attributes: • Demonstrated leadership, with the ability to autonomously deliver impactful results. • Exceptional client management, communication, and presentation skills. • Proficiency in procurement areas such as transformation, digitalization, supplier development, risk management, category management, and RFx execution. • Experience with categories like Marketing, IT, Professional Services, Facilities, Capital, HR, and MRO is highly desirable. • Strong analytical capabilities with advanced Excel skills; familiarity with business improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, TQM) and procurement software is a plus. • Flexibility: • Willingness to travel weekly to client sites as required. Why GEP? • Be part of a globally recognized, innovation-driven consulting organization. • Work with leading companies across industries and contribute to high-impact projects. • Thrive in a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment that values your growth and development. Apply Job!