Commodity Sourcing Senior Manager, Compressors and Drive Systems

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.”  As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way.  We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.  

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. 

Interested in joining us on our journey? 

Are you ready to drive the execution of our compressor and drive system strategies for GEA products and programs? As a Commodity Sourcing Senior Manager at GE Appliances, you'll play a pivotal role in managing supplier relationships, negotiating agreements, and ensuring the success of our supply chain. We're seeking a driven leader who can work collaboratively across functions to take our ideas and new products from concept to completion.

Position

Commodity Sourcing Senior Manager, Compressors and Drive Systems

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Sourcing: Lead sourcing strategy and manage all aspects of supplier relationships for the assigned commodity, utilizing your expertise in technology, materials, negotiation, market dynamics, and competition.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work effectively with cross-functional teams to develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver material cost savings, quality improvements, on-time delivery, and cash flow goals.
• Negotiation Expertise: Utilize request-for-quote (RFQ) tools and systems to manage supplier negotiations and data, identifying and driving project execution within the designated commodities.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Manage direct supplier relationships comprehensively, including commercial and supply chain management, and lead strategic negotiations.
• Risk Mitigation: Assess supplier risk and lead mitigation efforts, including end-of-life (EOL) considerations.
• Innovation: Introduce supplier innovations to enhance GEA's cost-effectiveness and product features.
• Liaison: Act as a liaison between Sourcing, other business functions, and suppliers to ensure effective support for programs and new product introduction (NPI) efforts.
• Strategic Relationships: Manage strategic relationships with specific suppliers across Sourcing teams including coordination with affiliates.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field.
• 7 years of relevant experience within supply chain, program management, commodity management, or a related role involving negotiation and supplier selection.
• Experience negotiating Multi-Year agreements with key suppliers, including warranty and liability terms.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional team members and influence decision-making.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% travel- domestic and/or international travel to affiliate sites and suppliers.
   

If you are a driven, results-oriented professional with a passion for innovation and the skills to match, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity at GE Appliances. Join us in shaping the future of our industry and making a meaningful impact on our products and programs.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances 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 law.

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