Director, Indirect Sourcing – DT Services, Transformation & Innovation

At GE Appliances a Haier company we come together to make good things for the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S. were powered by creators thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that theres always a better believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore discover and build good things together.

The GE Appliances philosophy backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work invent create do business and serve our communities:we come togetherwe always look for a better way andwe create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey

Position

Location

How Youll Create Possibilities

What You Will Do

Strategic Leadership and Transformation
Develop and execute a sourcing and transformation strategy aligned to enterprise priorities
Identify opportunities to reduce cost improve performance and accelerate digital innovation

AI-Driven Procurement Innovation
Integrate AI technologies into sourcing and procurement workflows
Evaluate and implement AI tools to enhance analytics automation and forecasting

IT and Digital Services Sourcing
Lead sourcing strategies across IT services software cloud cybersecurity data center and infrastructure
Oversee complex contract structures including MSAs renewals and licensing agreements

Vendor and Risk Management
Lead frameworks for evaluation selection performance management and risk assessment
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity data privacy SOX PCI and related regulatory requirements

Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement
Modernize tools and streamline processes to improve procurement effectiveness
Promote ongoing improvement using AI insights and lean methodologies

Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner closely with IT/DT Legal Finance and Security teams to align strategies with business needs

Change Management
Drive adoption of new technologies and processes across the organization
Build training and communication to support readiness and engagement

Team Leadership
Lead and develop a sourcing and vendor management team
Set goals coach talent and foster an inclusive high-performance culture

What Youll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)

10 years of experience in sourcing procurement supply chain or IT vendor management including 5 years in a leadership role

Experience leading sourcing initiatives digital transformation and cross-functional teams

Experience negotiating complex IT software and cloud contracts

Hands-on coding experience including proficiency in Python for data analysis automation or AI-related applications

Ability to build or understand scripts automate workflows manipulate datasets or collaborate with technical teams using Python

Strong analytical skills with experience in data-driven decision-making

Expertise in risk management regulatory compliance and vendor governance

Excellent communication negotiation and relationship-building skills

Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree (MBA Engineering or IT)
Experience leading AI-driven projects or familiarity with ML NLP automation or similar technologies
Experience in enterprise IT ecosystems or digital transformation environments
Familiarity with IT risk identification frameworks and financial risk tools
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and drive innovation

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued connected and empowered to contribute while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard valued and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging purpose and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce products and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement belonging and connection because while attracting new talent remains a priority retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual team and organization.

GE Appliances 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.

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