Senior Purchasing Program Manager, Laundry NPI

GE Appliances, a Haier company; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a leading appliance company, is seeking a Senior Purchasing Program Manager to join their Laundry NPI team in Louisville, KY. This role is crucial in driving sourcing activities to ensure successful product launches. Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills and a bachelor's degree, alongside relevant experience in sourcing or supply chain management. In this full-time position, you will engage with suppliers to optimize costs and contribute to the overall success of product development.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, or program management.
• Proven negotiation and influencing skills.
• Experience leading supplier engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities from concept through launch.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product readiness.
• Track and report cost and schedule performance.

Skills

Relationship-building

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we believe in designing and delivering appliances that make life better. We’re looking for a Senior Purchasing Program Manager to lead sourcing activities that support the successful launch of new Laundry products. This role is critical to driving cost improvement, margin optimization, and program execution excellence through cross-functional collaboration and supplier partnerships.

Position

Senior Purchasing Program Manager, Laundry NPI

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

Key Responsibilities:

As an important member of the Laundry new product introduction (NPI) team, you will:

• Lead sourcing activities from concept through launch to meet program cost and schedule commitments.
• Monitor cost targets, analyze competitive benchmarks, and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Collaborate with Commodity Buyers, Supplier Quality, and Technology teams to engage suppliers early and develop sourcing strategies.
• Lead supplier selection, quoting, negotiation, and onboarding activities to support program goals.
• Evaluate supplier capacity in relation to factory demand, proactively identifying and mitigating supply risk.
• Participate in integrated program (iP) reviews, providing cost and sourcing input.
• Track and report cost and schedule performance to sourcing leadership.
• Resolve supplier-related issues related to delivery, cost, safety, or quality that impact NPIs.
• Review and approve sourcing documentation including Business Change Notices and part drawings.
• Maintain accurate cost and lead time data in systems like the Part Information Tracker (PITs).
• Execute direct material cost reductions through supplier leverage, part standardization, competitive analysis, and make vs. buy strategies.
• Partner across cross-functional teams including Technology, Manufacturing, Materials, and Service to ensure sourcing success and product readiness.
  
  
  

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, program management, or commodity management
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills across all organizational levels
• Proven negotiation and influencing skills
• Experience leading supplier engagement and performance management
• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and business judgment skills
• Collaborative approach to problem solving and decision making
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and database systems
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business
• Background in Purchasing Program Management or Commodity Buying
• Experience supporting new product introductions (NPI)
• Familiarity with global sourcing strategies and supply bases
• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
  
  
  

Work Environment:

• This is a full-time onsite position based at Appliance Park in Louisville, KY
• Travel of approximately 10–20% may be required, including domestic and occasional international trips to suppliers
  
  
  

Apply today!

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances 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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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