Job Description Summary
Global Commodity Leader - Advanced Nuclear Projects for GE Vernova Hitachi Energy (GVH) is responsible for developing and executing supply chain strategies on new nuclear power plant projects, specifically for Electrical and Instrumentation and Controls (I&C). In this individual contributor role, you will lead development and execution of long-term supply chain strategies to meet the project and business needs. The Global Commodity Leader (GCL) will work cross-functionally in close partnership with GVH business teams to execute on key sourcing business deliverables.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive supplier contractual and strategic relationships to address cost, business risk, and supply continuity
Develop negotiation strategies and lead negotiations to achieve stated goals and objectives
Drive supplier selection, development, and overall supplier performance management in partnership with business team members and in accordance with the business strategy
Work closely with the business team, to ensure the growth of this business segment by having strategic agreements in place and operating smoothly
Interface with the sourcing fulfillment team on issues that arise. Help ensure sound fulfillment processes and clean hand-offs are established and maintained to fulfill aftermarket needs.
Interface with the business on issues of forecasting, planning, strategy alignment
Ensure supplier compliance with regulatory and technical requirements which may include government purchasing requirements based on the project
Interface with customers and regulators as required; ensure sourcing efforts fulfill key customer requirements
Support Lean culture by working cross functionally to improve purchasing process and supporting systems
Perform other relevant duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
10 years of experience in sourcing, engineering, finance, commercial, technical, manufacturing, quality, or equivalent discipline.
Eligibility Requirements
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time as required.
Ability to operate a computer
Ability to work during U.S. Eastern Time Zone hours
Desired Characteristics
Demonstrated background and experience in Electrical and I&C for nuclear, energy, power, or industrial applications
MBA or Master’s degree or higher in business, engineering or other relevant degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Sourcing and supply chain management experience in a high technology and/or highly regulated industry
Strong interpersonal, influencing, and leadership skills
Strong leader capable of working successfully in a matrix organization and as part of a cross-functional team to drive impactful results
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex situations and drive projects to completion, including cost and schedule control
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Suite and Oracle Enterprise Resources Planning System (ERP) systems
Lean and/or Six Sigma certification or equivalent
Experience working with customers, regulators, and suppliers in the nuclear business
Experience with data analysis and analytics tools, including Tableau and Spotfire or equivalent
GE Program graduate, e.g., EEDP, OMLP (GE employees only)
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
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…