Sourcing Leader - Steam, Generator Value Stream
Job Description Summary
The Steam/Generator Senior Factory Commodity Sourcing Leader will be responsible for leading a team of commodity leaders across each factory in the ST/Gen supply chain. Collectively this team will support the execution of direct material supplier deliverables at each factory site. For non-globally negotiated materials, this team will be responsible for all aspects of supplier performance including cost, cash, lead-time, capacity, delivery and quality claims. For globally negotiated materials, the team will serve as the site sourcing escalation point for supplier execution issues.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
As the Sr. Factory Commodity Sourcing Leader you will lead a team focused on the following:
- Lead the assigned non-global commodities for the site to achieve variable cost productivity, cycle reduction and cash flow.
- Lead the supplier selection, qualification, development, and overall supplier relationship, including managing the entire contract life cycle from Request for Proposal to supplier exit (for the commodities not covered by a global sourcing relationship)
- Balance strategy development with the tactical execution necessary to execute cost reduction projects through contract negotiation, process changes, and implementation of sustainable cost controls, including collaboration with Finance to validate the impact of projects and contract negotiations to the general ledger
- Develop technical and market expertise to support the site spend
- Collaborate with other segments (such as Services/Projects) to ensure that adequate supplier capacity exists to support total demand.
- Partner with engineering and supplier quality teams to identify and implement direct material productivity ideas to minimize total cost
- Work closely with engineering, commercial team, procurement team and supplier quality engineers to ensure fulfillment and quality requirements are achieved
- Align with logistics and commercial teams to ensure adequate regional capacities exist to minimize transportation costs and meet localization requirements
- Assess supplier capabilities, and measure and manage supplier performance
- Negotiate lowest possible cost while maintaining the highest quality of goods and services
- Lead NPI costing: from design through first unit delivery, leading RFQ, negotiations and supplier award (for commodities not covered by global contract)
- Ensure global contracts are executed properly and market shares are followed
- Lead supplier negotiations regarding claims/recovery
- Actively support supplier fulfilment issue resolution as the first level of escalation from a commercial standpoint.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum of 7 years of commercial experience in Sourcing, Sales, Commercial Operations, and/or Supply Chain.
Desired Characteristics
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA)
- Prior sourcing experience in contract negotiation negotiating, identifying opportunities, selecting suppliers and implementing contracts
- Prior experience in developing a multi-year commodity sourcing strategy
- Prior experience in leading negotiations with senior management levels in supplier organization
- Strong quantitative and data analysis skills
- Strong project management and process improvement skills
- Change agent with ability to influence at all levels of the organization
- Process leadership experience such as CAP, Work-Out, process improvement, or quality CPM or APICS certification
- Six Sigma training or equivalent quality training
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
The base pay range for this position is 149,400.00 - 199,200.00 - 248,900.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for performance bonus of 15%
Benefit Insert
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plan or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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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
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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