Senior Site Procurement Leader

GE Vernova • Clearwater, FL

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About The Position

As the Senior Site Procurement Leader, you will be the strategic architect of our site’s supply chain continuity. You will be responsible for leading the end-to-end procurement of materials essential to the production process, ensuring that the supply chain is perfectly synchronized with manufacturing demands and sourcing rules. This role requires a high-impact leader who can balance day-to-day operational execution with long-term strategic planning. You will oversee a dedicated purchasing team, drive digital transformation through SAP, and implement continuous improvement applying lean methodologies and tools to optimize costs and inventory health.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).
• Major experience in manufacturing / supply chain environment
• Previous experience with procurement / purchasing management
• Ability to lead, manage and communicate with all levels of the business

Nice To Haves

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• Self-directed with the ability to work independently in a matrix organization.
• Strong team integration skills with the ability to communicate at all layers of the Business.
• Inclusive leadership style, proven ability to build a connection with the team through personal involvement and trust.
• Ability to successfully motivate and maintain high integrity, employee involvement, safety and teamwork
• Team, lean, process and customer oriented
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, act independently, and use sound judgment working effectively under time pressure in complex organizational structure
• APICS certifications (CPIM and/or CSCP)
• Strong analytical skills including trend analysis, ability to utilize materials-scheduling data systems as required.
• a team of direct reports
• Excellent communication and team management skills

Responsibilities

• Procurement Leadership: Manage and lead all material procurement activities to ensure seamless alignment with production schedules, planning requirements and inventory targets.
• Systems & Data Management: Leverage SAP to generate daily management reports, proactively identifying risks to prevent manufacturing disruptions or "stock-outs."
• Performance Excellence: Establish, monitor, and analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive operational excellence and ensure all department targets are met.
• Inventory Optimization: Partner with the production and materials planning teams to manage inventory health, ensuring optimal stock levels that balance production needs with financial efficiency.
• Team Management: Define operational workflows and routines for the purchasing team, ensuring clarity of roles and high productivity.
• Talent Development: Manage human resources within the department, including performance evaluations, career development, and hiring/promotion recommendations, while fostering a culture aligned with company policies.
• Cross-Functional Support: Provide strategic and operational support to the logistics, warehousing and production planning teams to ensure end-to-end supply chain fluidity.
• Continuous Improvement: Research and implement process optimization and rationalization strategies to enhance operational efficiency; present business cases for improvement to senior leadership.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development of the department’s long-term strategic roadmap and the definition of organizational goals.
• Operational Flexibility: Execute additional related tasks and special projects as directed by leadership.

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.

What This Job Offers

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