Global Commodity Leader - Metals & Powders

GE Vernova, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 125,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a senior sourcing and supply chain leader to develop and execute global commodity strategies for metals, powders, and rare earths. The role will balance tactical in-year objectives with multiyear strategic planning across global factories and suppliers.

Responsibilities include leading negotiations, optimizing the supplier base, and driving cost reductions while ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery. A 35% travel expectation accompanies this high-impact role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials or Chemical Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in Sourcing, Supplier Quality and/or Supply Chain.
• Willingness to travel at least 35%.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• MBA and/or financial experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of global commodity supply chain strategies for sheet & plate, metals, rare earths, and powders.
• Support factories and suppliers on strategy to obtain sub-tier inputs via purchase agreements.
• Forecast long-term demands for input materials with cross-functional teams.
• Develop a strategic long-term roadmap and establish rigorous reporting for metrics and execution.
• Lead sourcing initiatives including safety, cost, supplier base rationalization, on-time delivery, and Lean improvements.
• Negotiate supplier contracts and manage supplier relationships across the organization.

Skills

Sourcing

Supplier Quality

Supply Chain

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Description Summary

In this role you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and leading the global supply chain commodity strategy for Metals, sheet & plate, critical minerals, rare earths and powder. You will also be supporting the global strategy development for 3D printing/ Advanced Manufacturing. You will need to flex from tactical execution of in year business objectives to multiyear strategies.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the development & execution of global commodity supply chain strategies focused on our tier 1 and sub tier supplier procurement of sheet & plate, metal, rare earths and powders.
• Support our factories and suppliers on the strategy to obtain sub tier inputs in order to produce coating powders, fabrications and 3DP material. This may be accomplished through direct or directed purchase agreements.
• Work with cross functional owners to forecast long term demands for input materials.
• Partner with cross functional peers in order to promote long term sustainable solutions for the component value stream and sourcing organization. Partnership examples but limited to, EHS, Product Management, Material Management, Quality, Finance and Design Engineering.
• Interface with Business Leaders and functional owners to understand business priorities and determine appropriate commodity strategies.
• Develop a strategic long-term road map as well as key short term business commitments. Communicate accordingly and establishing a reporting rigor for metrics and execution.
• Work cross functionally to develop optimal buy strategies to optimize business objectives.
• Lead Sourcing initiatives including but not limited to safety and compliance goals, productivity/ cost , rationalization of supply base, sole source reduction, cycle reduction, on time delivery and quality improvements, Lean implementation, and cash flow improvement.
• Develop negotiations strategies and drive negotiations to achieve stated goals and objectives in accordance with the strategy, drive supplier selection, development, and overall supplier management.
• Manage strategic and tactical execution rhythms for Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost as needed.
• Work globally to support the needs of our factories and suppliers.
• All other job functions as needed.

Eligibility Requirements

• Willingness and ability to travel at least 35%

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials or Chemical engineering from an accredited university or college
• A minimum of 7 additional years of experience in Sourcing, Supplier Quality and / or Supply Chain

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.
• MBA and/or financial experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Negotiation expertise
• Strong Interpersonal, communication, presentation and facilitation skills
• Strategic thinker / planner
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Demonstrated change agent
• Lean training and or execution
• Able to develop a strategy and drive execution in a matrixed environment

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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.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: NoFor 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 October 05, 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, lif