Commodity Sourcing Leader (f/m/d)
GE Vernova · Baden
Job Description Summary
Manage assigned commodities for the Gas Power Heavy Duty New Units business segment. Support the development of supplier panels that can meet or exceed GEV’s expectations. Negotiate with suppliers to achieve the optimal contractual conditions while meeting project expectations.Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Manage all commercial aspects of purchase orders with suppliers for assigned commodities, including but not limited to:
- Define supplier strategy including management and optimization of supplier panels.
- Determine suppliers to solicit quotes from for specific project demands.
- Lead negotiations and allocate demands to specific suppliers.
- Ensure selected supplier is capable of meeting all GEV requirements; gain internal buy-in for any exceptions.
- Coordinate supplier awards and purchase order placement with the Procurement team.
- Manage purchase order changes as necessary.
- Manage commercial claims with suppliers regarding delivery and quality issues.
- Develop content expertise for assigned commodities.
- Identify and support process improvement activities.
- Communicate and resolve complex issues, building consensus and commitment from key stakeholders. Utilize persuasion skills to influence others.
- Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
- Use sound judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks and issues.
- Uses technical experience, data analytics, and cross-functional inputs to support recommendations.
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor/Master's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
- This role requires significant experience in Sourcing & Commodity Management.
Desired Characteristics
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
- Ability to work alone with minimum supervision
- Team player and ability to work under pressure
- interpersonal and leadership skills. able to communicate well and drive decisions
- Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No