Haier

Senior Director, Sourcing- Metals

USA, Louisville, KY Full time

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 togetherwe always look for a better way, and we create possibilities

Interested in joining us on our journey? 

GE Appliances is seeking a strategic, results-driven executive to serve as Senior Director, Sourcing – Metals. This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for shaping sourcing strategy, driving cost performance, and strengthening supplier partnerships across our metals categories.

This leader will oversee a global sourcing organization and manage a significant direct material spend portfolio that is essential to the company’s profitability, operational performance, and long-term growth. The role partners closely with Product Line, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to ensure sourcing strategies are aligned to business priorities and executed effectively in support of both current production and new product introductions.
The ideal candidate brings deep sourcing and supply chain leadership experience, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to navigate dynamic commodity markets while building high-performing teams and strategic supplier relationships.

Position

Senior Director, Sourcing- Metals

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead a global sourcing organization responsible for metals categories, including stampings, fabricated components, and raw materials
  • Drive cost competitiveness and margin improvement through strategic sourcing, supplier partnerships, and market-informed decision making
  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies that ensure supply continuity, capacity, and risk mitigation
  • Build and lead strategic supplier relationships, including complex negotiations and performance management
  • Partner cross-functionally to align sourcing with product strategy, design, and manufacturing execution
  • Support new product introductions (NPI) by ensuring supplier readiness, cost targets, and timelines are achieved
  • Navigate commodity markets, including steel and aluminum, and develop strategies to manage volatility and inflation
  • Lead and develop a high-performing global team, building capabilities and fostering a strong performance culture
  • Collaborate across the Haier global ecosystem to leverage scale, share best practices, and drive continuous improvement

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 12+ years of progressive experience in sourcing, supply chain, or related fields
  • Significant experience leading sourcing, supply chain, or commercial teams in a complex, global environment
  • 5+ years of experience within a Director-level or above Sourcing role
  • Ability and willingness to travel 10-20% (domestic and international) to suppliers or internal product line sites

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in metals, manufacturing, or industrial categories
  • Advanced degree (MBA or Engineering)
  • Proven ability to deliver meaningful cost savings and business impact at scale
  • Strong supplier strategy, negotiation, and relationship management experience
  • Demonstrated success leading large teams and developing talent
  • Ability to influence senior leaders and drive cross-functional alignment
  • Strong business and financial acumen, with the ability to translate data into action
  • Experience analyzing and improving Business Continuity Plans and determining financial risk (Rapid Ratings or others)
  • Should-Cost modeling software experience (aPriori, Siemens or others)

If you are an experienced sourcing executive who thrives in complex environments, brings a strategic mindset, and is energized by leading teams and driving measurable business results, we encourage you to apply.

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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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