Procurement Buyer

Procurement Buyer

The Procurement Buyer serves as a key interface between the business, and the supply base the Procurement Buyer is responsible for executing tactical procurement activities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring that purchasing processes align with company compliance and sustainability standards. You will bridge the gap between operational requirements and the external supply base.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Execution: Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including requisition review, purchase order (PO) creation, and maintenance in ERP systems (such as MMS).

Supplier Relationship Management: Act as the primary point of contact for assigned suppliers; monitor performance, resolve delivery discrepancies, and manage lead-time negotiations

Cost Optimization: Drive cost-out initiatives by identifying savings opportunities, negotiating pricing for spot buys, and participating in competitive bidding processes (RFQs/RFPs).

Supply Chain Continuity: Proactively monitor material requirements planning (MRP) signals to prevent shortages, expedite critical orders, and manage inventory levels effectively.

Compliance & Risk: Ensure all purchasing activities adhere to internal GE Vernova policies, international trade compliance, and ethical sourcing guidelines. Import/Export Control (Trade Compliance) and supplier diversity mandates.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Sourcing, Engineering, Finance, and Manufacturing and materials teams to ensure procurement strategies support production goals.

Advanced Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Category Support: Assist Lead Buyer in executing category strategies. Participate in contract negotiations, benchmarking exercises, and supplier qualification processes to ensure a competitive advantage.

Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize ERP (MMS) and advanced analytical tools (Tableau/Power BI/Excel) to track KPI performance, such as Purchase Price Variance (PPV), Cost-Out tracking, and On-Time Delivery (OTD).

Supplier Performance Management (SPM): Conduct regular business reviews with key suppliers to address performance gaps. Drive corrective actions (CAPA) when quality or delivery non-conformances occur.

Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify potential supply chain disruptions (e.g., geopolitical, capacity, or financial risk). Develop and implement contingency plans, including dual-sourcing strategies and safety stock recommendations.

Process Excellence & Lean Integration: Actively participate in Kaizen events and Six Sigma projects to streamline the "Requisition-to-Pay" (RTP) cycle, eliminating waste and reducing manual touchpoints.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or equivalent experience/knowledge).

Experience: 2–5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or related operational roles.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle). Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables).

Soft Skills: Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed, and global environment. Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.

This position requires access to controlled technology and/or data. Therefore, the successful candidate must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by U.S. Export Control laws to comply with U.S. government export regulations.

Desired Characteristics:

Experience in the energy or manufacturing sector.

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement (Kaizen).