Indirect/Capex Buyer

GE Vernova • Charleroi, PA

58d

About The Position

The Indirect/CAPEX Buyer will act as the local sourcing lead for a defined scope of indirect spend at the manufacturing site. They will be the main point of contact for managing RFQs related to indirect and CAPEX commodities, helping the site meet cost reduction, cash and investment goals. In this role, they will also lead initiatives to reduce usage of indirect materials and execute supplier strategies to contribute to achieve productivity goals for the factory. Key responsibilities include executing sourcing strategies that align with business and commodity goals, in coordination with Grid Global Indirect Sourcing leader, Global Commodity leaders, and the GEV Category Team. They will also ensure that CAPEX purchases align with local business investment plans as set by Business Line Leaders.

Requirements

• Bachelor ‘s degree in Sourcing, Business or Engineering
• Minimum 4 years’ experience
• Indirect Sourcing Experience (Indirect and CAPEX)
• Experience in managing CAPEX investments and Indirect Sourcing Projects
• Broad competence in sourcing analyses, data mindset
• Contracting background
• Negotiation skills
• Good understanding of international Business & Sourcing

Nice To Haves

• Very good communication and negotiation skills
• Autonomous
• Team player and networker
• Innovative & creative; major change agent
• Resilient, sees setbacks as opportunities.

Responsibilities

• The Indirect Sourcing Buyer will take a lead role in managing the end-to-end RFP process for CAPEX and Indirect purchases for the site(s), including developing bid packages, coordinating with engineering and operations teams to define specifications, evaluating supplier proposals, and driving negotiations and contracting to ensure optimal cost, quality, and delivery in line with investment and site plans.
• They will also be responsible for onboarding new vendors according to business procedures and ensuring their readiness for procurement and source to pay processes.
• They will manage and actively support the tactical execution of projects, including ensuring PO placement, resolving invoicing and payment discrepancies, maintaining supplier databases, improving payment terms, handling escalations related to delivery or quality issues, and assisting internal stakeholders with contract and purchase order (PO) execution as needed.
• They will promote the use of GE Preferred Suppliers, where available, and collaborate with Business Sourcing and Category Management teams to communicate demand for goods or services not currently covered by these suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with business sourcing and procurement policies to meet business objectives, support audit readiness, and maintain alignment with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Support cost-out and productivity initiatives at the site level by collaborating with Finance, Facility Managers, and Manufacturing teams. This includes driving savings through contract negotiations, process improvements, and supplier changes to reduce total cost of ownership and enhance operational efficiency.
• Partner with Grid Sourcing and GEV Category teams to maximize synergies and strengthen global supplier management. Leverage combined volumes and coordinate strategies to achieve cost deflation and cash flow improvements across all suppliers.

Benefits

• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• 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.
• GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program.
• This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

What This Job Offers

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