Lead Sourcing Specialist 2 - Commodity Management

Job Description SummaryThis Individual is a strong contributing member to provide site sourcing support to assigned product lines and sourcing related projects and to execute defined metrics, for both NPI (New Product Introduction) and mass production items.
Job DescriptionEssential Responsibilities:
Represent Sourcing during scheduled functional reviews and prepare Sourcing Review templates for leadership Business Reviews for NPI programs
Engage with Supplier Quality Engineers to drive a robust process on Supplier Selection, Supplier qualification and monitor Supplier Performance KPIs to develop supply base ability to deliver value
Work effectively with technology, supplier quality, site materials and supply chain personnel on day-to-day problem resolutions, engineering change process and improvement opportunities
Lead assigned sourcing initiatives and developed sourcing strategy to drive product lines deflation, sole source elimination, supplier early engagement, supplier on time delivery, supplier MOQ/lead-time reduction/VMI programs.
Partner with key commodity sourcing leaders to align sourcing strategy, initiatives and leverage volumes globally and regionally
Engage the business leadership team to develop sourcing programs / processes
Conduct qualification & competitive analysis of vendor products / services
Develop, plan, and manage programs to meet GE purchasing commitments in Sourcing
Manage the complete purchasing and contracts (MSA, NDA and Bailments)
Required Qualifications
BA/BS degree (Engineering or Business preferred)
Minimum 5+ years Sourcing / Procurement Supplier Management experience in a major industrial environment
Ability to collaborate with remote team across time zones
Knowledge/expertise of Grid Automation product lines, electronic components and mechanical assemblies
Interpretation of purchasing contracts, industry standards, regulatory requirement documents
Desired Characteristics
Proven change agent with excellent facilitative leadership and problem-solving skills
Solid oral/written communication and influencing skills
Project management and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Expertise with negotiations and related analytical skills
Strong computer skills (Outlook, Windows, Excel)
Leadership skills and ability to direct a cross functional team
Ability to cope with multiple complex situations daily
Highly motivated, self-directed and self-sufficient
Purchasing system / Oracle or SAP experience
Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No
For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between 88,900.00 and 112,000.00 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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