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Project Procurement Team Leader (PPTL) - ACS Portfolio

Yesterday Ottawa, Canada

Job Description Summary

The Project Procurement Team Leader (PPTL) supports the Procurement Manager in leading procurement execution across Grid Solutions projects in the North America region for the ACS product line.
The PPTL is responsible for overseeing a team of project buyers and PPLMs (Project Procurement Logistics Manager) to ensure that all procurement activities are executed on time, within budget, and in full compliance with GE Vernova sourcing policies. Acting as the first line of leadership and escalation, the PPTL drives operational performance, KPI achievement, and continuous improvement to support successful project delivery.

Job Description

About Us:

Come bring your energy to change the world!

Grid Solutions, part of the GE Vernova portfolio of energy businesses, serves customers globally with over 12,000 employees. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

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GE Vernova, a dynamic accelerator comprised of our Power, Renewable Energy, Digital and Energy Financial Services businesses, is focused on leading a new era of energy - electrifying the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.

If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of energy, come join us.

Why we come to work:

Grid Solutions is serving customers globally with over 20,000 employees in around 80 countries. Grid Solutions equips 90% of power utilities worldwide to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to the end power consumers. Grid Solutions offers advanced products and services ranging from power electronics, high voltage equipment, automation & protection, software solutions to projects & services. As part of Projects & Service, GS provides Turnkey Projects & Consulting, Electrical Balance of Plant, HV substations and maintenance & asset management. Currently GS has a $8B backlog (11,000 projects).

The Role

The Project Procurement Team Leader (PPTL) partners with the Procurement Manager to drive procurement execution across Grid Solutions projects in the North America region for the FACTS product line.

The PPTL leads a team of Project Buyers and Project Procurement & Logistics Managers (PPLMs), ensuring that all procurement activities are executed efficiently, on schedule, and within budget, while fully adhering to GE Vernova's sourcing policies.

As the first line of leadership and escalation, the PPTL takes charge of operational performance, actively driving KPI achievement, accelerating issue resolution, and championing continuous improvement. By streamlining processes, fostering collaboration, and anticipating risks, the PPTL ensures procurement consistently delivers maximum value and supports successful, on-time project execution.

Key missions:

The Project Procurement Team Leader (PPTL) is responsible for:

  • Manage daily procurement execution activities, ensuring timely PO creation, approvals, documentation, and expediting in line with project schedules.
  • Act as the first point of escalation for procurement execution and supplier-related issues, ensuring prompt resolution and clear communication with internal stakeholders.
  • Track and report procurement performance metrics (On-Time Delivery, PO Cycle Time, Savings, Claim Resolution, etc.) and drive improvement actions.
  • Conduct regular team meetings with the team.
  • Provide onboarding and continuous training to the team members.
  • Coach and mentor team members to strengthen performance and problem-solving.
  • Hold regular one-to-one discussions to give feedback and support growth.
  • Foster a culture of operational discipline, compliance, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Performance Measurement

  • On-Time PO Issuance & Supplier Delivery
  • Compliance with PO Release Strategy and Approvals
  • KPI Achievement (OTD, Say/Do, Function OTD, Claims)
  • Effective Escalation and Issue Resolution

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Minimum 7 years of procurement or supply chain experience, specifically in project-based industries (Energy, Industrial, EPC, or Manufacturing).
  • At least 3 years of team leadership experience
  • Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring small teams.
  • Strong understanding of sourcing processes, supplier management, and ERP systems (SAP)
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

Desired Characteristics

  • Strong leadership and people development skills.
  • Proactive and results-oriented, with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Customer-focused and quality-driven approach.
  • Strategic negotiations skills
  • Collaborative and adaptable across functions and cultures.
  • Demonstrated commitment to compliance, integrity, and process improvement.
  • Continuous improvement mindset with ability to identify and implement efficiency gains.

You must have legal authorization to work in Canada and any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation: the drug screen requirement in the background check process is not required if the role is based in Canada

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

Application Deadline: December 02, 2025

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $108,800.00 and $181,300.00. 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 November 24, 2025.

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): Ottawa, Canada, Flexible / Remote, Toronto, Canada, St. John's, Canada, Peterborough, Canada, Sarnia, Canada
Job ID: GE_power-1951186519
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-11-25T18:31:26

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
  • 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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