Sourcing Specialist - Commodity Management
GE Vernova · Posted Nov 4
Power generation, wind turbine, grid solution, and electrification services
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About the role
GE Vernova's sourcing function drives end-to-end sourcing, supplier development, and cost optimization for all new product introductions in the manufacturing domain. The role coordinates with internal stakeholders and suppliers on component and process development, strategic sourcing initiatives, and commodity management. It focuses on supplier selection and onboarding, commercial and cost management, operational execution, and stakeholder reporting for NPI projects.
What you will do
- Supplier Selection & Onboarding: Define and execute sourcing strategies for new product components in coordination with R&D / Engineering / Supplier Quality
- New Supplier Identification: Survey the market, benchmark, and develop new local or global suppliers capable of meeting stringent NPI quality, technical, and delivery requirements
- Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner closely with Supplier Quality, Engineering, and R&D teams to fast-track component development, supplier qualification, and the onboarding process for new parts
- Demand-to-Execution: Manage the end-to-end sourcing process to secure competitive, compliant, and commercially viable proposals for all new product lines
- Target Costing: Establish robust cost targets during the NPI design phase, working alongside stake holder teams to execute cost-reduction projects and value engineering
- Contracting & Negotiations: Lead commercial negotiations, establish favorable terms and conditions (T&Cs), and manage contracts for all newly introduced commodity suppliers
- Tendering & Budget Compliance: Provide accurate cost inputs and target supplier panels for NPI tendering phases, ensuring business awards comply with validated panels and project budgets
- Supply Chain & Logistics Integration: Collaborate with the Global Logistics and Sourcing teams early in the NPI cycle to optimize packaging, minimize transportation costs, and secure reliable logistics paths
- Risk & Compliance Management: Ensure all new suppliers and components strictly comply with applicable laws, regulations, EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety), and product quality performance standards
- Project Status Reporting: Concisely communicate critical NPI sourcing milestones, quote status, and supply readiness to plant management, operations, and internal customers in a timely manner
- Supplier Performance Management: Conduct early performance reviews with NPI suppliers to establish baseline expectations for quality, delivery lead-times, and continuous improvement
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (Mechanical / Electrical Engineering)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the field of Sourcing / Commodity management / NPI management
- Deep understanding and professional experience with Sourcing Contracts
- Verbal and written communication skills
Preferred qualifications
- Analytical, Digital & Systems Acumen: Strong analytical mindset with a passion for data-driven approach, backed by advanced proficiency in MS Office (especially Advanced Excel), Power BI, Tableau, Smartsheet, and SAP (MM Module) to turn complex data into actionable sourcing strategies.
- Execution Excellence, Collaboration & Continuous Improvement: Demonstrated execution excellence combined with exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to influence cross-functional teams and a dedicated commitment to applying Lean principles for ongoing operational improvement.
Benefits and support
- Relocation assistance
About GE Vernova
GE Vernova Inc. is a global energy company that provides equipment, services, and software to generate, transfer, orchestrate, convert, and store electricity. Operating through its Power, Wind, and Electrification segments, the company supports a broad customer base across more than 100 countries in powering economies and driving the energy transition. Formed as part of the strategic spin-off of General Electric's energy portfolio, GE Vernova is dedicated to electrifying and decarbonizing the world.
- Industry
- Energy
- Company size
- 75000+ employees
- Founded
- 2024
- Location
- Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Leadership
Chief Executive Officer and President
Stephen F. Angel
Chairman of the Board
Lola Lin
Chief Legal Officer and Secretary
Roger Martella
Chief Corporate Officer, Chief Sustainability Officer & Head of Global Government Affairs
Eric Gray
CEO, Power Segment
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