Global Commodity Leader – Controls (Wind Electrical Sourcing COE)

# Job Description Summary

Negotiate with dedicated providers according to specific policies. Achieve the best contractual conditions while also ensuring internal customer satisfaction. Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has working knowledge of competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market. Contract negotiations involving industrial software or proven ability to lead and navigate complex, cross-functional negotiations across diverse stakeholder groups

# Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

- Manage the global spend of Wind Turbine Cabinet commodities (controls, sensors, monitors, SCADA) and develop/manage sourcing strategy for the assigned commodity to achieve variable cost productivity, cash flow, and controllership goals with SQDC mindset.

- Steer/Support the global supplier selection, qualification, development, and overall supplier management, including managing the entire contract life cycle.

- Minimize GEV risk exposure, by working closely with Projects and Contracts (Commercial, Legal, Commodity Sourcing, Engineering, compliance, customs, etc.) teams to ensure customer flow downs & our standard terms and conditions are pass-through to suppliers.

- Drive strategy development with the tactical execution necessary to execute cost reduction , lead time reduction, defect reduction projects through contract negotiation, process changes, long term supplier agreements, capacity audits, standardization efforts, etc.

- Develop technical and market expertise in global commodity area

- Leverage Lean and Six Sigma tools to drive process improvements and waste elimination. Interface with other GEV business sourcing teams and participate in companywide strategic sourcing initiatives.

- Partner with engineering teams to identify and implement direct material productivity ideas to minimize total cost.

- Work closely with engineering, buyers and sourcing quality engineers to ensure fulfillment and quality requirements are achieved. In the event of non-conformances, hold supplier accountable by recovering cost of poor quality claim. Support RCA and CAPA partnering with SQE team.

- Partner with logistics and commercial teams to ensure adequate regional capacities exist to minimize transportation costs and meet localization requirements

- Aligning closely with cross functional leaders to identify and assess supplier capabilities, and measure and manage supplier performance. Hold supplier accountable for late deliveries and recover Liquidated damages. Partner with fulfilment team to drive lead time reduction, capacity enhancement, expedite deliveries, remove bottlenecks to improve on-time delivery performance of the supplier.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree

- Minimum of 5 years of experience

Desired Characteristics

- Clear & concise, polished communication - written & verbal

- Experience with contract negotiations involving industrial software or proven ability to lead and navigate complex, cross-functional negotiations across diverse stakeholder groups

- Proven outcomes of industrial software sourcing, testing, integration, SCADA.

- Sourcing for industrial digital commodities, digital applications, digital monitoring for the Renewable Energy Industry.

The base pay range for this position is $108,800.00 - $181,300.00 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 variable incentive compensation of 15%.

- The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

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 plans 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.

# 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