General Electric
Tender & Project Sourcing Leader
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Job Description
- Req#: R3739697
Job Description Summary
In this role you will be responsible for developing, implementing and leading the sourcing strategy for internal and external equipment as well as subcontractors/site works for NAM Projects. This role is responsible for achieving competitive costs and implementing effective contracts that mitigate risks while ensuring the project schedule is being met.Job Description
About Us:
Come bring your energy to change the world
Grid Solutions, part of the GE Vernova portfolio of energy businesses, serves customers globally with over 12,000 employees. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.
GE Vernova, a dynamic accelerator comprised of our Power, Renewable Energy, Digital and Energy Financial Services businesses, is focused on leading a new era of energy - electrifying the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of energy, come join us.
Why we come to work:
At GE Renewable Energy, we are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the green energy transition.
Essential Responsibilities:
In this role, you will:
· Identify, evaluate, quote and negotiate costs for material, equipment and site works in support of commercial bids for ACS, FACTS, and HVDC projects
· Work closely with engineering, operations and commercial teams to understand timelines and requirements for supplier identification in tender stage and selection in execution stage
· Manage master planning for sourcing in conjunction with the overall project planning/scheduling team. Ensure operational alignment across all functions within the project team
· Coordinate with commodity owners to ensure suppliers are quoted and selected that can meet quality, specifications, timelines and cost parameters of budget and are aligned with global sourcing strategies
· Negotiate project-specific agreements for external material/equipment, subcontractors and site works
· Ensure compliance with GE Grid Solutions sourcing policies
Qualifications/Requirements:
· Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college
· Minimum of 5 years of experience in Sourcing in a high voltage electrical construction project environment
· Minimum of 5 years of experience with contracting and negotiation of equipment, material, and subcontractors
· Ability and willingness to travel domestic & internationally 20% of the time. Must comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies
Desired Characteristics:
· Bachelors degree in business or technical discipline
· Experience in utility construction sourcing
· MBA and/or financial experience
· Experience sourcing high voltage electrical equipment and materials as well as construction services and civil/site works
· Strong oral and written communication skills
· Negotiation expertise
· Strategic thinker / planner
· Strong quantitative and analytical skills
· Proven project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deliver results on time and in budget
· Demonstrated change agent
· Able to develop a strategy and drive execution in a matrixed environment
We deliver integrated project solutions to enable large scale electrification and support our customer needs.
The salary range for this position is 87,300.00 - 116,400.00 USD Annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus.87,300.00 - 116,400.00 - 145,500.00 USD Annual
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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).
#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionRelocation Assistance Provided: No
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