Lead Sourcing Specialist
Longmont, CO - USA
Job Summary
Job Description Summary
Want to be part of the Energy Transition build a meaningful career and work on complex solutions such as carbon capture decarbonization fast power and grid reconstruction and stabilization Join one of the most innovative sourcing teams in the power industry at GE Vernovas Gas Power Controls.At GE Vernova Gas Power Controls we design and implement control solutions that have a real impact on peoples lives and enable the transformation of the global energy this role you will operate in a Scaled Agile environment driving continuous improvement through Lean principles while supporting critical power solutions delivered worldwide.
The Lead Sourcing Specialist is responsible for defining and executing sourcing strategies at the business or plant level. This role partners closely with crossfunctional teams to achieve optimal cost quality delivery and supplier performance while ensuring compliance with company policies and internal customer satisfaction. The position operates with a moderate degree of autonomy and applies analytical thinking to solve complex daytoday sourcing challenges.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Define execute and continuously improve sourcing strategies at the business plant or regional level
Negotiate with dedicated suppliers in accordance with established policies to achieve optimal commercial and contractual outcomes
Lead costout initiatives including alternate source identification and qualification
Manage supplier and part qualification processes in collaboration with engineering quality and operations teams
Analyze supplier markets competitive dynamics and differentiators to support informed sourcing decisions
Serve as a resource and mentor for less experienced colleagues; provide guidance and share best practices
Drive alignment and consensus across crossfunctional stakeholders
Communicate performance expectations and address sensitive supplier or internal issues as needed
Apply judgment to propose solutions beyond established parameters for complex sourcing challenges
Use technical experience analytical thinking and data prioritization to support decisionmaking
Leverage multiple internal and limited external data sources to arrive at sound sourcing decisions
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).
Desired Characteristics
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex problems
- Proven project management skills including planning and execution
- Ability to document plan market and execute programs effectively
- Experience working in a Lean and/or Agile environment
- Comfortable influencing across functions and driving change with limited supervision
Note:
To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA to ensure compliance with applicable legislation the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual 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: Yes
Required Experience:
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