Director - Consulting (Energy & Utilities)

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

We are looking for Director – Consulting (Energy & Utilities) with deep expertise in procurement and supply chain transformation across EPC and capital-intensive environments. This role blends client-facing consulting delivery with solution design, business development, and account growth, supporting strategic engagements across Transmission & Distribution (T&D), Generation, and enterprise indirect spend.

 

The ideal candidate brings strong domain credibility, a consulting mindset, and a passion for shaping high-impact solutions while driving revenue growth for GEP’s procurement services.

 

As a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 clients and public sector organizations, you will drive value by designing and delivering innovative energy procurement strategies, leading complex negotiations, and helping clients navigate an evolving energy landscape.

 

Key Responsibilities

Client Consulting & Delivery

• Lead and deliver end-to-end procurement and supply chain consulting engagements for E&U clients, including EPC and capital projects.
• Advise clients on procurement transformation, category strategies, sourcing optimization, and operating model design.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, ensuring measurable business outcomes and long-term value realization.

Business Development & Account Growth

• Drive business development activities within existing and new E&U accounts, identifying white spaces and growth opportunities.
• Own consulting-led upsell initiatives, helping expand GEP’s footprint across procurement, supply chain, and capital project spend.
• Contribute to thought leadership, client presentations, and industry discussions to strengthen GEP’s E&U market positioning.

Practice & Team Leadership

• Mentor and guide consulting teams, ensuring high-quality delivery and capability development.
• Contribute to building E&U-specific consulting assets, frameworks, and best practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, and alliances teams.

Domain & Category Expertise

• Energy & Utilities: Transmission & Distribution (T&D), Power Generation, Renewable Energy, Utilities EPC environments.
• Direct Spend: EPC, capital equipment, electricals, mechanicals, construction, MRO, project procurement.

Salary Range: $190,000-$210,000 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 should bring

• 12+ years of experience in procurement and supply chain consulting, with strong exposure to Energy & Utilities.
• Proven experience in EPC and capital project procurement environments.
• Hands-on experience across both direct procurement categories.
• Background in a leading consulting firm, procurement advisory, or digital procurement solution provider.
• Demonstrated ability to drive account growth, upsell initiatives, and business development activities.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and executive presentation skills.

What Makes You Successful in This Role

• Strategic thinker with strong execution orientation.
• Credible E&U domain expert who can engage confidently with CXO-level stakeholders.
• Passionate about digital transformation, procurement innovation, and client success.

Why GEP

• Work at the intersection of consulting, technology, and industry transformation.
• Opportunity to shape high-impact solutions for leading Energy & Utilities organizations.
• Collaborative, growth-oriented environment with strong global exposure.