Job Description

Responsible for a set of specific mechanical system and fabrication commodities/components ensuring Quality, Cost and Delivery target achievements. Negotiate with dedicated providers according to specific policies. Achieve the best contractual conditions while also ensuring internal customer satisfaction. Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of purchase orders with suppliers for assigned commodities, including but not limited to:
  • Define supplier strategy including management and optimization of supplier panels.
  • Determine suppliers to solicit quotes from for specific project demands.
  • Lead negotiations and allocate demands to specific suppliers.
  • Ensure selected supplier is capable of meeting all GEV requirements; gain internal buy-in for any exceptions.
  • Coordinate supplier awards and purchase order placement with the Procurement team.
  • Manage purchase order changes as necessary.
  • Manage commercial claims with suppliers regarding delivery and quality issues.
• Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a discipline and analytical thinking to execute policy/strategy. Basic knowledge of related job disciplines.
• Uses some judgment and has the ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated, day-to-day problems. Has ability to prioritize information for data analysis. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.
• Communicate and resolve complex issues, building consensus and commitment from key stakeholders. Utilize persuasion skills to influence others.
• Develop content expertise for assigned commodities.
• Identify and support process improvement activities.

Required Qualifications

• For roles outside of the USA- This role requires advanced experience in the Sourcing & Commodity Management. Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
• For roles in USA - Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Ability to work alone with minimum supervision
• Team player and ability to work under pressure
• interpersonal and leadership skills. able to communicate well and drive decisions
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.:

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No