George Jimenez

George Jimenez is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in procurement and operations management. Currently serving as Senior Operations Manager in Global Procurement at the National Basketball Association since March 2017, Jimenez focuses on enhancing operational effectiveness through project management and continuous improvement initiatives. Previously, as Senior Sourcing Manager at the NBA, Jimenez developed and implemented comprehensive sourcing strategies. Prior experience includes roles at PSEG as Senior Procurement Analyst, where Jimenez managed procurement planning and contract development, and National Grid as Strategic Buyer, where strategic sourcing plans were developed to optimize supplier value. An early career at Eisai US as Purchasing Analyst involved fostering supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with small business programs. Jimenez holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Management and International Business from Montclair State University and an Associate in Applied Science from Berkeley College in New York.