Direct Site Commodity Leader - Configured Mechanical Systems Aero NU
Today• Flexible / Remote
Columbia, SC
Job Description Summary
Support direct material sourcing strategy and strategic sourcing decisions within Configured Mechanical Systems commodity group for Aeroderivative Gas Turbine New Unit Projects at GEV Gas Power.
Drive supplier performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost to ensure reliable production and customer satisfaction, while working with commodity leaders and cross-functional teams to execute sourcing strategies and supply chain improvements.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities (What you will do):
Commodity Strategy
- Assess supplier capabilities and capacity based on business needs.
- Execute commodity strategy and manage supplier panel to improve supply security, expand capacity, and deliver cost savings.
- Support competitive bidding and sourcing decisions.
- Assist with implementation of long-term supplier agreements.
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Supplier Development & Relationship Management
- Manage supplier relationships and development activities.
- Support supplier qualification with quality and engineering teams.
- Strengthen supply base capabilities to improve quality, service, fulfillment, cycle time, and cost.
- Identify localization and Near Shore Development opportunities.
- Support quarterly business reviews with commodity leaders.
Operational Excellence
- Partner with materials management to improve supplier delivery performance, reduce shortages, support vendor billbacks, and shorten cycle times.
- Drive proactive supply chain actions to ensure flexibility and capacity.
- Monitor supplier KPIs, including OTD, vendor billbacks, invoice holds, and NCRs.
Project & Program Management
- Work with engineering and manufacturing on NPI projects to define supply chain strategies.
- Transition negotiated capacity and savings projects to fulfillment teams.
- Ensure compliance with Quality and EHS standards across projects and operations.
Additional Responsibilities
- Participate in mandatory EHS training and events.
- Follow and promote EHS rules.
Required Qualifications (What you will bring):
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or other related field
- 3-5 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing
- 3-5 years of experience in Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Negotiation
- 3-5 years of experience in ERP systems and business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau)
Desired Characteristics
- Proficiency in MS Office, including MS Access
- Project/program management experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Business acumen
- Strong English communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work in a cross-functional matrix organization
- Self-starter with strong teamwork and leadership potential
- Strategic, global mindset with operational improvement capability
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $94,600.00 and $157,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on June 11, 2026.
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.
Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote, Columbia, SC
Job ID: GE_Vernova-317487096
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-06-12T18:31:07
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
- 401(K) With Company Matching
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
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