Sourcing Global Commodity Leader - SMR Machining & Fabrication

Sourcing Global Commodity Leader - SMR Machining & Fabrication Wilmington NC USA May 7, 2026

$125K - $208K

Job Description Summary The Sourcing Global Commodity Leader – SMR Machining & Fabrication is responsible for developing and executing the global commodity strategy for critical large-scale fabricated and machined components supporting Small Modular Reactor (SMR) programs, including reactor pressure vessels, reactor core internal components, and large heat exchangers. This role leads strategic sourcing initiatives across a complex global supply base to secure long‑term capacity, optimize cost, mitigate supply and commercial risk, and deliver strong customer value across all SMR projects. As a strategic individual contributor, this leader partners closely with Sales & Operations Planning, project commodity leaders, fulfillment leaders, engineering, quality, and project teams to align supply chain strategies with demand signals, execution realities, and customer‑specific requirements. The role requires deep commercial acumen, strong analytical capability, executive‑level communication skills, and the ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders without direct authority. Success in this role depends on building global market insight, negotiating sophisticated long‑term agreements, developing suppliers, and translating enterprise commodity strategies into actionable plans across project execution teams. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities Develop and lead the global commodity strategy for SMR machining and fabrication categories, with primary responsibility for large, complex, and heavy equipment components, including reactor pressure vessels, reactor core internal components, large heat exchangers, and other highly engineered fabricated and machined assemblies. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the global supply market for heavy fabrication and precision machining, including supplier capacity, regional capabilities, technical specialization, quality maturity, nuclear compliance readiness, cost competitiveness, and relevant geopolitical and logistics factors. Gather, analyze, and communicate market intelligence to inform strategic sourcing decisions, including industry capacity trends, material and conversion cost drivers, supplier financial health, regulatory and trade developments, lead‑time risks, and emerging supplier opportunities. Assess and proactively manage risk across the commodity portfolio, including capacity limitations, supplier concentration, commercial and contractual exposure, geopolitical considerations, cross‑border sourcing risk, and supplier quality and delivery performance. Partner closely with the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to understand current and future demand profiles and integrate demand visibility into long‑term sourcing and capacity strategies. Translate demand forecasts into actionable sourcing strategies that ensure the availability of long‑term supplier capacity in support of business growth, project execution requirements, and customer commitments. Collaborate with project commodity leaders and fulfillment leaders to gather real‑time supplier and execution performance data and apply these insights to strengthen broader commodity strategies and strategic decision‑making. Work cross‑functionally with sourcing, engineering, quality, legal, finance, manufacturing, project management, and commercial teams to ensure sourcing strategies are aligned with business priorities and are practical for execution. Partner with project leaders to understand customer‑specific technical, commercial, and schedule requirements and adjust strategic sourcing levers accordingly to optimize supply chain outcomes. Develop sourcing strategies that appropriately balance cost, capacity, quality, technical capability, delivery performance, risk, customer‑specific needs, and total landed cost. Lead the negotiation and execution of complex commercial agreements, including long‑term agreements, capacity reservation agreements, supply agreements, cost‑out frameworks, co‑investment arrangements, and new supplier development agreements. Structure commercial agreements that secure strategic outcomes, including long‑term capacity access, improved cost competitiveness, supply continuity, risk mitigation, supplier capability development, and enhanced customer value. Identify, assess, and develop new suppliers capable of meeting long‑term SMR program requirements, including technical, quality, commercial, and capacity expectations. Support supplier development initiatives designed to strengthen supplier capability, improve quality systems, enhance delivery performance, and advance commercial readiness. Drive total landed cost optimization through the evaluation of global sourcing alternatives, logistics considerations, duty and tariff impacts, localization opportunities, and broader cross‑border supply chain tradeoffs. Establish scalable commodity strategies that can be deployed consistently across SMR projects while maintaining the flexibility required to address unique project or customer requirements. Drive alignment and implementation of approved commodity strategies across project execution teams following strategy definition and agreement execution. Monitor strategy execution on an ongoing basis and incorporate feedback from project teams, fulfillment leaders, and supplier performance data to ensure alignment and support continuous improvement. Influence cross‑functional stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization, without direct reporting authority, to drive alignment around sourcing strategy, supplier selection, commercial frameworks, and long‑term business objectives. Prepare and deliver clear, well‑supported recommendations and executive‑level communications for internal leadership and external stakeholders. Outcomes / Measures of Success Establish long‑term supplier agreements that secure critical manufacturing capacity for key SMR fabricated and machined components. Reduce cost through strategic sourcing, commercial negotiation, supplier development, and cost‑out programs. Mitigate supply chain, commercial, and execution risk across the global commodity portfolio. Improve customer value through optimized sourcing strategies, reliable supply, and strong commercial positioning. Build a resilient and globally competitive supplier network for large and heavy nuclear‑related equipment. Ensure commodity strategies are aligned with S&OP demand profiles, project execution realities, and customer requirements. Drive strategy adoption and sustained alignment across project execution teams after agreement implementation. Continuously improve supply chain strategy using real‑time performance feedback and market intelligence. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field, and 10+ years of professional experience in supply chain roles Desired Characteristics Procurement leadership within heavy industry, energy, power generation, nuclear, oil & gas, aerospace, or other highly engineered manufacturing environments. Direct experience sourcing large fabricated and machined equipment, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, structural modules, forgings, castings, or similarly complex industrial components. Demonstrated success negotiating complex commercial agreements and long‑term supplier contracts. Experience assessing and mitigating supplier and market risk in global supply chains. Experience partnering with S&OP, operations, engineering, and project teams in a cross‑functional environment. Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to evaluate total cost, risk, and strategic tradeoffs. Strong analytical skills with the ability to convert data and market insight into actionable sourcing strategies. Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to engage effectively with executive leadership and external suppliers. Experience working across regions and cultures with a global mindset. This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export‑controlled information from the U.S. Government. Additional Information GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual 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. GE Vernova 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 For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $125,000.00 and $208,300.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on May 07, 2026. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. #J-18808-Ljbffr GE Vernova