Lead Sourcing Specialist - Supplier Relationship Manager (Schenectady)
GE Aerospace, Schenectady, New York, United States, 12309
Job Description Summary
Join our team as a Supplier Relationship Manager, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring hardware order fulfillment for future demand while leading supplier engagement for our key suppliers. Your responsibilities will include executing long-term agreement (LTA) action plans, negotiating non-LTA agreements, and managing the day-to-day resolution of supplier issues regarding current orders. This role also emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with the Procurement Operations Center and various internal teams to drive timely and effective procurement activities.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Oversee supplier selection processes, proposals, quotes, negotiations, and contract authoring for parts not covered by long-term agreements.
Be accountable for strategic decision-making to ensure the health of supplier orders for your assigned accounts.
Collaborate with the supplier team and procurement operations to ensure compliance with all requirements for sourcing and procurement activities.
Manage incoming supplier inquiries, issues, and requests for your assigned accounts effectively and promptly.
Lead projects related to part procurement and any technical changes requiring supplier collaboration.
Maintain market awareness and develop a deep understanding of key business drivers to enhance supplier selection.
Contribute to the ideation of contractual solutions that optimize contract performance and total cost of ownership.
Utilize your technical expertise and collaborative mindset to solve complex problems.
Serve as a mentor and resource for less experienced colleagues by providing coaching and training.
Clearly communicate performance expectations and effectively manage sensitive issues with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of 3 years of sourcing, procurement, or buying experience, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
Desired Characteristics Humble:
Respectful, eager to learn, and adaptable.
Transparent:
Open in communication, shares important information freely, and contributes positively.
Focused:
Takes initiative, prioritizes work strategically, and is dedicated to the role.
Leadership ability:
Communicates effectively, makes informed decisions, and collaborates well with others.
Problem solver:
Analytical thinker, challenges the status quo, and approaches issues critically.
The annual base pay for this role ranges from $100,000.00 to $133,000.00, with the potential for additional annual bonuses. Compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, education, and skill set. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, based on company performance. GE Aerospace is committed to supporting your health and well-being through a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, and access to a Health Coach. We offer retirement benefits, tuition assistance, and paid parental leave among other perks to enhance your experience as part of our team. This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information, and employment is contingent upon meeting the U.S. Person status required by law. Additional Information GE Aerospace provides an excellent work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and competitive compensation. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only hire those legally authorized to work in the United States for this position. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening when applicable. Relocation Assistance Provided:
No This is a remote position.
Be accountable for strategic decision-making to ensure the health of supplier orders for your assigned accounts.
Collaborate with the supplier team and procurement operations to ensure compliance with all requirements for sourcing and procurement activities.
Manage incoming supplier inquiries, issues, and requests for your assigned accounts effectively and promptly.
Lead projects related to part procurement and any technical changes requiring supplier collaboration.
Maintain market awareness and develop a deep understanding of key business drivers to enhance supplier selection.
Contribute to the ideation of contractual solutions that optimize contract performance and total cost of ownership.
Utilize your technical expertise and collaborative mindset to solve complex problems.
Serve as a mentor and resource for less experienced colleagues by providing coaching and training.
Clearly communicate performance expectations and effectively manage sensitive issues with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of 3 years of sourcing, procurement, or buying experience, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
Desired Characteristics Humble:
Respectful, eager to learn, and adaptable.
Transparent:
Open in communication, shares important information freely, and contributes positively.
Focused:
Takes initiative, prioritizes work strategically, and is dedicated to the role.
Leadership ability:
Communicates effectively, makes informed decisions, and collaborates well with others.
Problem solver:
Analytical thinker, challenges the status quo, and approaches issues critically.
The annual base pay for this role ranges from $100,000.00 to $133,000.00, with the potential for additional annual bonuses. Compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, education, and skill set. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, based on company performance. GE Aerospace is committed to supporting your health and well-being through a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, and access to a Health Coach. We offer retirement benefits, tuition assistance, and paid parental leave among other perks to enhance your experience as part of our team. This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information, and employment is contingent upon meeting the U.S. Person status required by law. Additional Information GE Aerospace provides an excellent work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and competitive compensation. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only hire those legally authorized to work in the United States for this position. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening when applicable. Relocation Assistance Provided:
No This is a remote position.