Lead Sourcing Specialist – Buying/Procurement

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

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete purchasing process for a designated range of goods and services.

• Initiate and track purchase orders until delivery is completed.

• Liaise with suppliers to expedite orders and address issues related to delivery, quality, commercial aspects, and scheduling.

• Sustain supplier relationships while ensuring compliance with contractual, technical, quality, and delivery standards.

• Supervise and manage purchase orders within the ERP system, ensuring precise pricing, timelines, quantities, and order specifics.

• Implement sourcing policies, procedures, and strategies to overcome procurement challenges.

• Assess issues, pinpoint root causes, and devise solutions that align with cost, quality, delivery, and operational goals.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Planning, Project Management, and other internal departments.

• Utilize knowledge of commodities, suppliers, market trends, and competition to inform sourcing decisions and enhance supplier performance.

• Lead small-scale projects or initiatives aimed at process improvement.

• Operate independently within established policies while proposing alternative solutions when necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or college with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Supply Chain or Procurement, OR a high school diploma/GED with at least 8 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain or Procurement.

• Practical experience in a Manufacturing setting.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and resolve procurement-related challenges.

• Capacity to collaborate across diverse functions and organizational levels.

• Exceptional organizational skills, prioritization, deadline management, and attention to detail.

• Proficiency in documenting, planning, coordinating, and executing projects and initiatives.

• Skills in project management and process enhancement.

• Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement processes.

• Ability to work independently within a collaborative team atmosphere.

• Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and business needs.

• PMP or Six Sigma Belt Certifications are advantageous.

• Must possess legal authorization to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screening, if applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Coverage for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.

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

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

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

• Company contributions to retirement plans.

• Resources from Fidelity and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits.

• Life insurance.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Permissive time off.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• No relocation assistance offered.