GE Vernova

Sr Sourcing Manager - Commodity Management (Blades Global Commodity Leader)

Greenville, SC

Full-time

$125,000-$208,300

About This Job

Job Description Summary

You will be responsible for supporting the Blades Commodity Manager in defining and executing the global strategy for the blade commodity. This will include commercial and operational deliverables to ensure blades are sourced to the best landed cost with best in class quality and on time delivery. Achieve favorable contractual conditions while also ensuring internal customer satisfaction.Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

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Work with the Blade Global Commodity Manager and Global Blade Fulfillment Leader to define and execute the global blade strategy. Commodity Leader will also need to understand and negotiate terms and conditions, such as payment terms and lead times, as well as managing claims. Includes commercial sourcing management such as data analysis, negotiations support, etc. Role may also require participating in negotiations and allocations to blade or sub-tier suppliers.

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Maintain highest quality output by working with Quality team, auditing supplier, and engaging cross functional participation in Kaizens to prioritize safety, quality, delivery and cost.

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Project manage cost out programs including engineering changes, material changes, and additional sources. Engage with the Component Team to identify and drive cost out opportunities. Partner with blade suppliers, engineering team, materials team to identify cost out opportunities. Track cost and projects through existing systems.

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Work with global blade buyers to enter purchase orders as required by contract and internal requirements. Confirm correct pricing. Reconcile with forecasted costs.

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Update and maintain cost tracker for blades commodity for current year and futures years. Maintain cost walks including cost out programs, inflation/deflation, volume impact, etc.

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Work with supplier to drive innovative cost out and increased output and flexibility.

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Track, review and approve capital expenditures for blades. Assemble required paperwork to get approval for CAPEX spend approval. Negotiate terms of supply, determine delivery dates, and work with buyer to place purchase orders.

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Maintain supply base that adheres to quality and fulfillment requirements. Support balanced scorecard and supplier improvement processes as needed.

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Support all activities as required by the COE Commodity Manager, Fulfillment Leader, sourcing quality, Engineering, and other associated functions. You will be required to work cross functionally and have strong influencing and relationship skills.

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Manage blade assets, assisted by finance, including storage of, book value, scrap contracts, minimize and estimate storage costs and future optionality.

Required Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.

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Minimum of 5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Commodity Management, or leading cross functional or engineering program teams.

Desired Characteristics

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Strong oral and written communication skills.

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Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.

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Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

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Established project management skills.

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Ability to work cross functionally to drive results.

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Sourcing and contract experience

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Quality or production experience

The base pay range for this position is $125,000.00 - $208,300.00 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%.

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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

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).