Global Commodity Leader -Advanced Nuclear Projects

GE Vernova • Wilmington, NC

37d • Remote

About The Position

Global Commodity Leader -Advanced Nuclear Projects for GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GEH) is responsible for developing and executing supply chain strategies on new nuclear power plant projects, specifically for Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) and Electrical. In this individual contributor role, you will lead development and execution of long-term supply chain strategies to meet the project and business needs. The SCL will work cross-functionally in close partnership with GEH business teams to execute on key sourcing business deliverables.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• 10 years of experience in sourcing, engineering, finance, commercial, technical, manufacturing, quality, or equivalent discipline.
• Eligibility Requirements
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time as required.
• Ability to operate a computer
• Ability to work during U.S. Eastern Time Zone hours

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated background and experience in I&C and Electrical for nuclear, energy, power, or industrial applications
• MBA or Master’s degree or higher in business, engineering or other relevant degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Sourcing and supply chain management experience in a high technology and/or highly regulated industry
• Strong interpersonal, influencing, and leadership skills
• Strong leader capable of working successfully in a matrix organization and as part of a cross-functional team to drive impactful results
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex situations and drive projects to completion, including cost and schedule control
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Suite and Oracle Enterprise Resources Planning System (ERP) systems
• Lean and/or Six Sigma certification or equivalent
• Experience working with customers, regulators, and suppliers in the nuclear business
• Experience with data analysis and analytics tools, including Tableau and Spotfire or equivalent
• GE Program graduate, e.g., EEDP, OMLP (GE employees only)

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive supplier contractual and strategic relationships to address cost, business risk, and supply continuity
• Develop negotiation strategies and lead negotiations to achieve stated goals and objectives
• Drive supplier selection, development, and overall supplier performance management in partnership with business team members and in accordance with the business strategy
• Work closely with the business team, to ensure the growth of this business segment by having strategic agreements in place and operating smoothly
• Interface with the sourcing fulfillment team on issues that arise. Help ensure sound fulfillment processes and clean hand-offs are established and maintained to fulfill aftermarket needs.
• Interface with the business on issues of forecasting, planning, strategy alignment
• Ensure supplier compliance with regulatory and technical requirements which may include government purchasing requirements based on the project
• Interface with customers and regulators as required; ensure sourcing efforts fulfill key customer requirements
• Support Lean culture by working cross functionally to improve purchasing process and supporting systems
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

What This Job Offers

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