Purchasing Planner

GE Vernova

4d•$91,700 - $152,700•Remote

About The Position

The Purchasing Planner works cross-functionally and with suppliers to understand capacity and determine how available capacity should be used at supplier sites supporting the segment. The role creates and maintains capacity models for key constraints, incorporating changes to industrialization and demand profiles across planning horizons. This information supports the purchasing plan and strategic decisions. The planner optimizes capacity in support of business objectives by identifying and owning action plans to address underutilized or overutilized capacity. The position manages purchasing capacity models and keeps ERP systems and tools accurate and current. It partners with demand planning, factory, supply, and finance teams to facilitate alignment through transparent discussion and decisions, and works with suppliers and local and global supply teams to execute and proactively optimize capacity constraints. The planner also communicates business goals, programs, and processes for the purchasing planning segment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing or supply chain.
At least 2 years of experience specifically in a material planning or scheduling function.
Proven capability with materials management disciplines, including S&OP.
Ability to travel 25% domestically and internationally.

Nice To Haves

Ability to lead, manage, and communicate with all levels of the business.
Inclusive leadership style and demonstrated ability to build connections with the team.
APICS certifications (CPIM and/or CSCP).
Global experience working with cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated ability to use lean tools for continuous improvement.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to handle multiple priorities, act independently, and use sound judgment.
Ability to motivate others and maintain high integrity, employee involvement, safety, and teamwork.
Change-agent mindset with energy, passion, and enthusiasm.
ERP experience in a manufacturing environment, such as SAP (PMx), Baan, or Oracle (Zeal).
Knowledge of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain purchasing capacity models for all key constraints within the segment, aligned with business targets.
Keep ERP systems and tools up to date and accurate regarding current purchasing capacity.
Partner with demand planning, factory, supply, and finance teams to facilitate cross-functional alignment through transparent discussions and decisions.
Manage relationships with suppliers and local and global supply teams to support execution and proactively optimize capacity constraints for business objectives.
Communicate business goals, programs, and processes for a purchasing planning segment.
Identify and own action plans to mitigate underutilized or overutilized capacity within the segment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching 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.
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
Professional development and competitive compensation.