Lead Sourcing Specialist – Buying/Procurement

Job Description:

• Manage the purchasing process from purchase order placement through delivery
• Follow up on purchase orders, communicate with suppliers, expedite orders, and resolve delivery, quality, commercial, and schedule-related issues
• Maintain supplier relationships and ensure contractual, technical, quality, and delivery requirements are met
• Monitor and manage purchase orders in the ERP system, keeping pricing, delivery dates, quantities, and order details accurate and current
• Apply sourcing policies, procedures, and strategies to address procurement challenges
• Evaluate issues, identify root causes, and develop solutions supporting cost, quality, delivery, and operational objectives
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Planning, Project Management, and other functional teams
• Use commodity, supplier, market, and competitive knowledge to support sourcing decisions and improve cost, delivery, quality, and supplier performance
• Lead small-scale projects or process improvement initiatives
• Operate autonomously within established policies while exercising judgment and recommending alternative solutions

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college with 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain or Procurement, OR high school diploma/GED with 8+ years of relevant experience in Supply Chain or Procurement
• Working experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships and resolve procurement-related issues
• Ability to collaborate across multiple functions and organizational levels
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and competing deadlines
• Ability to document, plan, coordinate, and execute projects and initiatives
• Project management and process improvement skills; PMP or Six Sigma Belt Certifications are a plus
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and procurement processes
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and business requirements
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits:

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• 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
• Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
• Company retirement contributions
• Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Permissive time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Relocation assistance is not provided