Lead Sourcing Specialist

GE Vernova • Greenville, NC

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About The Position

The lead buyer is the focal point to lead the development and execution of purchasing processes and long-term commodity strategies for Gas Turbine commodities purchasing through negotiation, plan development, and execution. As a lead buyer, you will strategically develop and manage a global supply chain of goods and services to geographically diverse locations, while driving commercial advantage through achievement of quality, cost, usage and delivery goals. In this role you will utilize your experience or expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Technical, Business, Supply Chain or related fields
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Manufacturing, Materials, Inventory Management and Warehouse Modules, Materials, or Production Planning and Control - preferably in a global operation
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with SAP/PowerMax ERP OR a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Manufacturing, Materials, Inventory Management and Warehouse Modules, Materials or Production Planning and Control, and SAP/ERP

Nice To Haves

• Ability to multitask in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage changing/conflicting priorities and resolve appropriately
• Analytical and system proficiency skills
• Ability to effectively operate in any organizational structure
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to effectively interface with all levels of management
• Ability to interact in a global, multicultural, multi time-zones environment
• Autonomous, self-starter
• Ability to provide clear direction and guidance to suppliers to ensure alignment with project and quality requirements
• Change agent with energy, passion and enthusiasm to drive continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely creation and release of Purchase Orders to support the master schedule
• Collaborate with supply base, Purchasing Planner, Supply Planner, Sourcing and Value Stream Materials team to drive fulfillment activities and ensure on-time delivery
• Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution, including managing scheduling changes and cancellations; Challenge suppliers and develop follow-up recovery plans when needed
• Keep ERP (PowerMax) system up-to-date, including updating scheduling changes and cancellations
• Apply appropriate Sourcing policies; Drive Sourcing program and lead Material initiatives such as management of deflation activities and supply chain risk mitigation.
• Support sourcing initiatives, including lead time reduction, New Product Introduction (NPI), payment terms and cash flow improvements
• Manage projects in a matrix organization across the globe, including interacting with manufacturing personnel to understand unique supplier requirements of global supply chain business
• Provide technical guidance to suppliers toward assuring product / process compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Provide purchasing coaching and share expertise when needed.
• Interface with the Operations Team, Shop Scheduling, configuration control, Lifecycle Center of Excellence (COE), Service Center Mangers, and other GE organizations as required.
• Lead physical inventory control activities, including cycle counting, variance analysis, and cross-functional coordination, resulting in improved inventory accuracy and reduced stock discrepancies
• Demonstrate strong understanding of global logistics operations, including Incoterms, international shipping documentation, and tariff compliance to support efficient and cost-effective material flow

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 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
• permissive time off

What This Job Offers

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