Global Commodity Leader – Critical Minerals

GE Vernova · Greenville · $108,800–$181,300 (stated in the posting)

Job Description Summary

Lead the development and execution of supply chain commodity strategies for minor metals and other critical minerals. The resource will work with senior commodity leaders, factories, suppliers, and cross-functional partners to deliver annual business objectives, support longer-term initiatives, and contribute to strategies for the recovery and reuse of these materials.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of commodity supply chain strategies focused on tier 1 and sub-tier supplier procurement of minor metals and other critical minerals.
Support factories and suppliers in securing sub-tier inputs used to produce investment castings, and help identify synergies across the Power businesses. This may include supporting direct or directed purchase agreements.
Collaborate with cross-functional owners to develop and maintain long-term demand forecasts for input materials.
Partner with EHS, Product Management, Materials Management, Quality, Finance, Design Engineering, and other functions to implement sustainable solutions for the component value stream and sourcing organization.
Engage business leaders and functional owners to understand priorities and translate them into commodity plans and actions.
Contribute to long-term commodity road maps, manage assigned short-term commitments, and maintain reporting for key metrics and execution.
Work cross-functionally to evaluate and execute buy strategies that support business objectives.
Execute sourcing initiatives related to safety and compliance, productivity and cost, supply-base rationalization, sole-source reduction, cycle time, on-time delivery, quality, Lean, and cash flow.
Develop negotiation plans for assigned suppliers and spend areas, conduct negotiations within approved strategies, and support supplier selection, development, and performance management.
Manage assigned strategic and tactical execution rhythms for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
Collaborate globally to support factory and supplier needs, escalating significant risks and trade-offs as appropriate.
Perform other related duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in a technical, supply chain, business, or related discipline.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in Sourcing, Commodity Management, Supplier Quality, Supply Chain, or a related function.
Experience supporting commodity strategies, supplier negotiations, or cross-functional sourcing initiatives.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT: Willingness and ability to travel at least 25%.

Desired Characteristics

Strong oral and written communication skills, sound problem-solving ability, and the ability to document, plan, and execute sourcing activities.
Relevant experience in metals, critical minerals, investment castings, or industrial supply chains.
Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, factories, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Negotiation and supplier-management experience.
Effective interpersonal, presentation, and facilitation skills.
Ability to balance tactical priorities with longer-term objectives.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
Demonstrated ability to support and implement change.
Lean training or practical Lean experience.
Ability to execute plans and influence outcomes in a matrixed environment.

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $108,800.00 and $181,300.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 23, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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