Lead Sourcing Specialist 2 - Buying/Procurement

Job Description Summary

Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for an assigned portfolio of goods and services. Execute sourcing and procurement strategies in alignment with company policies, business requirements, specifications, quality standards, and budget objectives. Serve as the primary interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and effective purchase order execution. Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while applying market knowledge, analytical skills, and procurement best practices to support business objectives.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing process from purchase order placement through delivery, including PO follow-up, supplier communication, expediting, and resolution of delivery, quality, commercial, and schedule-related issues.

• Maintain effective supplier relationships and serve as a key point of contact for purchase order execution, ensuring suppliers understand and meet contractual, technical, quality, and delivery requirements.

• Monitor and manage purchase orders within the ERP system, ensuring information is accurate and current, including pricing, delivery dates, quantities, and other relevant order details.

• Apply sourcing policies, procedures, and strategies while using sound judgment to address day-to-day procurement challenges and changing business requirements.

• Utilize analytical thinking and working knowledge of procurement practices to evaluate issues, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions that support cost, quality, delivery, and operational objectives.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Engineering, Quality, Operations, Planning, Project Management, and other functional teams, to resolve supplier and procurement-related issues.

• Leverage knowledge of assigned commodities, suppliers, markets, and competitive factors to support sourcing decisions and identify opportunities for improved cost, delivery, quality, and supplier performance.

• May lead small-scale projects or process improvement initiatives with limited risk and resource requirements.

• Operate with a degree of autonomy within established policies, procedures, and functional practices, while exercising judgment to modify approaches and recommend alternative solutions when circumstances require.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college with 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain or Procurement

OR

• High school diploma/GED with 8+ years of relevant experience in Supply Chain or Procurement

Desired Characteristics

• Working experience in Manufacturing environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage supplier relationships and resolve procurement-related issues.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions and organizational levels.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage competing deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to document, plan, coordinate, and execute projects and initiatives.
• Established project management and process improvement skills (PMP or Six Sigma Belt Certifications are a plus).
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and procurement processes.
• Ability to work independently while effectively contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and business requirements.

Additional Information

- This is a remote positionApplication Deadline: October 21, 2026For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $82,900.00 and $138,200.00. 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 13, 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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