Buyer/Planner

GE Vernova • Rochester, MN

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials (from suppliers and also within departments) according to production schedules. Plan and schedule material/production needs. Accountable for the quality of own work. Subject to direct operations supervision/prescribed work instructions/systems checking. Executes within a well-defined operations framework. There is generally a step by step sequence of standard operational tasks which need to be followed to achieve an end result. Manage master planning, material processes and systems, prepare and update production schedules and purchasing needs. Ensure operational alignment with production plan and KPIs. Optimize inventory and process improvements. Developing conceptual knowledge of professional discipline. May include support roles with specialized expertise or technical knowledge in broad area. Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience. Understands how work of own team contributes to the area. Resolves issues using established procedures. Consults supervisor or more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters. Collaborates with others to solve issues. For customer facing roles, develops strong customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and GE. Exchanges technical information, asks questions and checks for understanding.

Requirements

• For roles outside of the USA- This role requires basic experience in the Manufacturing & Materials Planning and Execution.
• Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
• For roles in USA - Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage master planning, material processes and systems
• Prepare and update production schedules and purchasing needs
• Ensure operational alignment with production plan and KPIs
• Optimize inventory and process improvements
• Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials (from suppliers and also within departments) according to production schedules
• Plan and schedule material/production needs
• Develops strong customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and GE (for customer facing roles)
• Exchanges technical information, asks questions and checks for understanding (for customer facing roles)

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level