Lead Sourcing Specialist - Buying/Procurement

Energy Consulting group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to manage the buying process for goods and services. This role involves applying sourcing policies and managing supplier relationships while ensuring compliance with procurement requirements. You'll leverage your analytical skills to navigate complex challenges and contribute to a dynamic team environment. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work culture, making it an exciting chance to grow your career in a collaborative setting. Join a team that values transparency, problem-solving, and leadership, and be part of a company dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

401(k) matching contributions

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time-off for vacation or illness

Access to Health Coach

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 3+ years in sourcing, engineering, manufacturing, or materials.

Responsibilities

• Manage the buying process and supplier relationships.
• Utilize analytical thinking to execute sourcing strategies.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma / GED with experience

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Job Description Summary

Manage the buying process for a given set of goods or services within the ATO Edison Works space. Apply sourcing policy, interface between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets. Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market while maintaining compliance with government procurement requirements.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Place and follow-up on POs. Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution. Manage problems and schedule changes. Update ERP.
• Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a discipline and analytical thinking to execute policy/strategy. Basic knowledge of related job disciplines.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.
• Jobs at this level function with some autonomy but are subject to functional practices and precedents or are covered by well-defined policies or review of end results. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).
• Uses some judgment and has the ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated, day-to-day problems. Has ability to prioritize information for data analysis. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or institution (OR a High school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years experience in sourcing, engineering, manufacturing, or materials)
• A minimum of 3 years in sourcing, engineering, manufacturing, or materials
• Must be a US Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance

Desired Characteristics

• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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: Yes