Lead Sourcing Analyst, Buyer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Gather and analyze data related to sourcing activities.

• Generate reports and conduct data analysis to support business operations.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with business priorities.

• Serve as a Buyer for Projects and Parts as necessary.

• Oversee suppliers and commodities.

• Discover new supply sources and initiatives for cost reduction.

• Lead sourcing and procurement efforts for designated commodities and suppliers within the Americas market.

• Manage supplier quotes, negotiate pricing and contract terms, and execute framework agreements.

• Issue purchase orders for components and oversee the complete lifecycle of multiple orders.

• Enhance regional KPIs, including on-time delivery, budget savings, year-over-year deflation, payment terms, cost of failure, and product cost reduction.

• Work closely with the Tendering team to suggest suppliers and achieve customer delivery and cost objectives.

• Coordinate supplier selection, development, and classification.

• Create reports, analyze expenditures, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and cash flow enhancement.

• Collaborate with global Project and Parts teams as well as strategic sourcing colleagues to implement sourcing and procurement strategies.

• Oversee the procure-to-pay process and resolve invoice issues.

• Foster an inclusive, diverse, and respectful team environment.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supplier management, and tendering.

• Proficient in M/S Office, particularly in Excel formulas, VLOOKUP, and pivot tables.

• Exceptional negotiation and analytical abilities.

• Capability to establish strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.

• Proficient in English.

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields is preferred.

• Experience as a user of SAP and Tableau.

• Strong interpersonal and leadership qualities.

• Ability to cultivate key internal and external relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Capacity to develop and implement multiple strategic sourcing initiatives concurrently.

• Motivated, self-driven, and detail-oriented.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screening, when applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach with 24/7 nurse-based resources.

• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

• Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and retirement contributions.

• Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits.

• Life insurance.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Flexible time off.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Competitive compensation.