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GE Vernova Lead Purchasing Scheduler in Greenville, South Carolina
Job Description Summary
The Purchasing Scheduler leads the development and execution of purchasing processes for a specified segment within the Materials Management Organization. Purchasing through negotiation, plan development, and execution. As a purchasing scheduler, you will strategically develop and manage a global supply plan for goods and services to geographically diverse locations, while driving a commercial advantage through achievement of quality, delivery, and cost targets. In this role you will utilize your experience and expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives, and effect short-term and long-term business goals.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
Ensure timely creation and release of Purchase Orders to support the primary schedule.
Collaborate with supply partners and Materials Resource Planner to drive fulfillment activities and ensure on-time delivery.
Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution, including managing scheduling changes and cancelations.
Keep ERP system up to date and accurate to the current state of supply.
Apply appropriate Sourcing policies and execute sourcing program initiatives for strategic sourcing team, including management of deflation activities and supply chain risk mitigation.
Support initiatives, including lead time reduction, New Product Introduction (NPI), payment terms and cash flow improvements.
Manage projects in a matrix organization globally.
Act as the primary source of contact for supply partners operational needs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Technical, Business, Supply Chain OR a high school diploma / GED and with a minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing, materials planning, inventory management or warehouse/distribution centers.
Desired Characteristics
Experience working with modern ERP: SAP platform
Ability to multitask in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Ability to manage changing/conflicting priorities and resolve appropriately
Analytical and system proficiency skills
Ability to effectively operate in a matrixed organizational structure
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Ability to effectively interface with all levels of management
Pay Transparency
The base pay range for this position is $ 94,100 -$126,000 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 15% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity.
This posting is expected to close on September 24, 2024, or thereafter.
*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
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About GE Gas Power
GE Gas Power engineers cleaner, more accessible energy that people depend on, powering growth and prosperity for people everywhere. Our leading technologies produce a third of the world’s electricity thanks to our talented people, who make gas work for our customers, stakeholders and the world. Through relentless innovation and continuous partnership with our customers, we are building the energy technologies of the future and providing the cleaner, more efficient power people depend on today.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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.
GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No