Lead Sourcing Specialist - Buying/Procurement

AL7635 GE Steam Power, Inc.; Chamblee (GA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Lead Sourcing Specialist to drive procurement excellence across supplier relationships, cost optimization, and contract negotiations. You will oversee PO issuance, supplier performance, and CAPEX sourcing for facilities and infrastructure projects.

The role requires a strong background in sourcing/procurement, effective negotiation skills, and experience with ERP systems such as SAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP).
• Strong negotiation, evaluation, and communication skills.
• Organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Place and follow-up on POs.
• Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution.
• Manage problems and schedule changes and update ERP accordingly.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies balancing cost and quality.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with new and existing suppliers.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships, ensuring performance and compliance.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align procurement timelines and project requirements.
• Oversee bidding processes, contract negotiation, and finalization for capital projects and services.
• Work with cross-functional teams to support new product launches efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Manage RFQ processes, supplier selection, and procurement readiness for production ramp-up.
• Implement and monitor Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs to improve supply continuity.
• Evaluate supply chain constraints and negotiate improved lead times through forecasting and capacity planning.
• Oversee procurement activities including RFQs, purchase orders, and contract execution.
• Conduct market research and assessments to inform procurement actions.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Supplier relations

ERP systems

SAP

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor’s in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and results-focused Lead Sourcing Specialist to manage and enhance sourcing and procurement operations. This role is essential in overseeing supplier relationships, optimizing costs, facilitating contract negotiations, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and materials.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Place and follow-up on POs.
• Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution.
• Manage problems and schedule changes and update ERP accordingly.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that balance cost-effectiveness with product quality.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with new and existing suppliers.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships, ensuring performance and compliance.
• Manage CAPEX sourcing, including equipment, tooling, facilities, and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align procurement timelines and project requirements.
• Oversee bidding processes, contract negotiation, and finalization for capital projects and services.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure sourcing supports new product launches efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Manage RFQ processes, supplier selection, and procurement readiness for production ramp-up.
• Implement and monitor Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs to enhance supply continuity and reduce holding costs.
• Evaluate supply chain constraints and negotiate improved lead times through forecasting and capacity planning.
• Oversee procurement activities including RFQs, purchase orders, and contract execution.
• Conduct market research and assessments to inform procurement actions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• Ability to work in manufacturing and fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Industry-specific experience is advantageous.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP).
• Strong negotiation, evaluation, and communication skills.
• Organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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.

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: No For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $82,900.00 and $138,200.00. 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 06, 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.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com