Commodity Sourcing Senior Manager, Compressors and Drive Systems

GE Appliances • Louisville, KY

31d

About The Position

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together , we always look for a better way , and we create possibilities . Interested in joining us on our journey? Are you ready to drive the execution of our compressor and drive system strategies for GEA products and programs? As a Commodity Sourcing Senior Manager at GE Appliances, you'll play a pivotal role in managing supplier relationships, negotiating agreements, and ensuring the success of our supply chain. We're seeking a driven leader who can work collaboratively across functions to take our ideas and new products from concept to completion. Position Commodity Sourcing Senior Manager, Compressors and Drive Systems Location USA, Louisville, KY How You'll Create Possibilities

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field.
• 7 years of relevant experience within supply chain, program management, commodity management, or a related role involving negotiation and supplier selection.
• Experience negotiating Multi-Year agreements with key suppliers, including warranty and liability terms.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional team members and influence decision-making.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% travel- domestic and/or international travel to affiliate sites and suppliers.
• If you are a driven, results-oriented professional with a passion for innovation and the skills to match, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity at GE Appliances. Join us in shaping the future of our industry and making a meaningful impact on our products and programs.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: Lead sourcing strategy and manage all aspects of supplier relationships for the assigned commodity, utilizing your expertise in technology, materials, negotiation, market dynamics, and competition.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work effectively with cross-functional teams to develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver material cost savings, quality improvements, on-time delivery, and cash flow goals.
• Negotiation Expertise: Utilize request-for-quote (RFQ) tools and systems to manage supplier negotiations and data, identifying and driving project execution within the designated commodities.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Manage direct supplier relationships comprehensively, including commercial and supply chain management, and lead strategic negotiations.
• Risk Mitigation: Assess supplier risk and lead mitigation efforts, including end-of-life (EOL) considerations.
• Innovation: Introduce supplier innovations to enhance GEA's cost-effectiveness and product features.
• Liaison: Act as a liaison between Sourcing, other business functions, and suppliers to ensure effective support for programs and new product introduction (NPI) efforts.
• Strategic Relationships: Manage strategic relationships with specific suppliers across Sourcing teams including coordination with affiliates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees