Why US Steel is Looking to GEP for End-to-End Procurement

GEP stands out from the competition thanks to its ability to provide AI-powered digital procurement and supply chain platforms that help global enterprises become more agile, resilient, competitive and profitable.
The software giant is set to transform United States Steel Corporation’s (US Steel) source-to-contract (S2C) process, highlighting its immense expertise in supporting Fortune 500 and Global 2000 companies with innovative solutions and services.
Transforming US Steel’s procurement processes
US Steel, a prominent US$18bn integrated steel manufacturer headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has selected GEP to enhance its direct and indirect procurement operations.
The organisation, which is recognised for its cutting-edge operations in the US and Central Europe, serves diverse industries such as automotive, construction, energy, appliances and packaging.
Following a rigorous evaluation, US Steel chose GEP SOFTWARE to overhaul its S2C process, aiming to improve procurement efficiency, increase process transparency and automate data-heavy tasks.
Ultimately, this will enable US Steel’s procurement team to prioritise strategic, high-value activities while leveraging technology to optimise operations.
GEP’s role encompasses several critical functions within US Steel’s North American S2C framework, including sourcing, supplier and contract management and category management. By automating these processes and enhancing data visibility, GEP seeks to deliver long-term value and drive significant operational improvements.
Brian Bergersen, Associate Director at GEP, said he was "thrilled to have such an iconic organisation leveraging GEP," adding: "Congratulations to the US Steel team on their upcoming transformation."
Driving efficiency through AI-powered solutions
GEP SOFTWARE is a comprehensive platform designed to address the evolving needs of procurement and supply chain operations.
For US Steel, GEP will focus on key areas to achieve measurable outcomes:
- Enhanced visibility: By increasing transparency within the S2C process, GEP SOFTWARE enables better insights to uncover opportunities and drive new value.
- Strategic sourcing tools: These tools help identify cost-saving opportunities, facilitate effective negotiations, and strengthen supplier relationships.
- Risk mitigation: GEP supports contract and supplier evaluations to reduce potential vulnerabilities in the supply chain.
- Process automation: Routine, manual tasks are streamlined to improve overall operational efficiency, freeing up resources for strategic initiatives.
The collaboration aligns with US Steel’s vision to modernise procurement, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in manufacturing innovation.
GEP has a proven track record of assisting major global businesses, including Costa Coffee and Indorama Ventures, in achieving transformative procurement and supply chain objectives.
GEP: Leading innovation in procurement and supply chain
GEP SOFTWARE combines several flagship products tailored to meet specific needs in procurement and supply chain management.
They include GEP Smart, which has previously been recognised as the world’s leading procurement software at the World Procurement Awards. Meanwhile, GEP NEXXE is a next-generation, cloud-native supply chain platform, while GEP GREEN is designed to measure and promote sustainability.
All GEP solutions are powered by GEP QUANTUM, an AI-first, low-code platform that underpins their commitment to innovation and efficiency.
Last year, GEP was named as a Market Leader in the HFS Horizons: Sourcing and Procurement Service Providers 2024 report, which evaluated the capabilities, strategies and customer satisfaction of 11 top sourcing technology providers.
GEP secured its leadership position thanks to its robust, AI-powered functionality, customer-focused approach, global reach and commitment to innovation.
Santosh Nair, Chief Product Officer at GEP, said at the time: “This leadership positioning validates our investment in our AI and low-code platform, providing our clients actionable intelligence to optimise their sourcing strategies, reduce costs and mitigate risks.
“We’re even more excited about the future of applied AI transforming business – beginning with our just-launched Total Orchestration Solution, which provides users with a simple guided intake process and visibility into the next steps and sourcing recommendations, while automating workflows to dramatically improve procurement.”
With a strong focus on customer satisfaction and cutting-edge technology, GEP continues to set the standard for procurement and supply chain transformation.
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