Senior Procurement Manager

Who we are:

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

What you'll be doing:

The Senior Manager, Procurement - Sourcing, plays a critical role in driving procurement transformation at GMG. Reporting to the Director of Procurement, this position will develop category strategies that align with organizational objectives, driving cost savings, and managing supplier relationships to enhance value and mitigate risk. The Senior Manager collaborates with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals, leads a team of sourcing professionals, and leverages data-driven insights to elevate procurement practices across the organization.

Job Description:

• Support process improvement initiatives to streamline procurement operations, ensuring that category management frameworks are integrated and adhered to across all spend areas.
• Manage strategic sourcing activities for high-impact categories, overseeing end-to-end tender processes and complex negotiations to secure optimal contract terms and value.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with GMG's wider business goals and requirements.
• Develop and implement supplier performance management processes, setting and monitoring KPIs and SLAs to ensure high-quality delivery and compliance.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and skill development to build a high-performing procurement function.

People Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Manage team performance, providing regular feedback, coaching, and development opportunities.
• Promote knowledge sharing and collaboration within the procurement team and across the organization.

Functional Technical/ Competencies:

• Proficiency in contract management and supplier relationship management, with the ability to structure, negotiate, and optimize contracts to support business objectives.
• Experience with procurement technologies such as Coupa or similar e-procurement platforms is advantageous, supporting process automation and data transparency.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and leverage procurement data to make informed decisions that drive cost savings and efficiencies
  Proficiency in developing and delivering training programs to support team development.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance in procurement.
  Ability to drive continuous improvement and innovation within the procurement function.

Why Join GMG

At GMG, we're dedicated to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive, and engaging work environment that promotes growth, innovation, and well-being. Join us in our mission to inspire victories that make the world better - for our team, our consumers, and our communities.

If you're seeking a challenging role where you can make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to become a part of our journey.

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