Job Description SummaryThe Lead Planner - Buyer will be 100% responsible for fulfillment for assigned suppliers working with Global Commodity Leaders (GCL's) to execute on Supplier fulfillment strategy, supplier capacity planning, and lead time reduction for assigned commodity. The Lead Planner - Buyer will own the execution of supply plan for assigned commodities to ensure on time delivery of components in alignment with the factory production plan.Job DescriptionRoles and Responsibilities:
Be 100% responsible for fulfillment for assigned suppliers
Manage capacity, PO allocation, supplier relationship, and fulfillment strategy in order to minimize delivery risks
Work with Global Commodity Leaders (GCL's) to execute on Supplier fulfillment strategy for assigned commodity to drive product cost out, inventory optimization, and cash plays
Plan and place Purchase Orders (POs) at lead time and obtain PO acknowledgements from Suppliers
Keep purchase order need dates aligned with Master Production Schedule to prevent outages or excess inventory
Hold weekly reviews with suppliers to ensure promise date accuracy
Develop and drive effective recovery plans when necessary
Track in-transit material to identify and address any potential delivery issues
Manage and resolve issues relative to engineering design changes, cut-ins and item master maintenance
Develop knowledge of supplier manufacturing processes, material and commodity pricing and excellent focus on quality
Develop process to look upstream for pending requirements and drive engineering / manufacturing / sales to ensure sourcing given adequate cycle to procure material
Drive and lead continuous improvement in fulfillment processes for assigned commodity including cost out, lead time reduction, and simplification
Engage and lead w/horizontal teams to develop risk mitigation plans for NPI launch issues – Quality/Cost/Delivery/LT
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 3 years of experience in sourcing, engineering or manufacturing
Desired Characteristics:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business
Supply Chain experience
Oracle Purchasing system experience
Detail oriented
Program management skills with Horizontal teams
Strong interpersonal communications, and negotiation skills with ability to influence at all levels of internal GE and external suppliers
Strong quantitative and analytical skills; strong PC and database management skills
Ability to work well under tight deadlines and frequently changing priorities
International business experience
Black Belt / Green Belt certified or quality certification
Master's Degree in Business Administration
The salary range for this position is $76,600-$127,600 USD. 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 variable incentive compensation (10%). Available Health and Welfare benefits include, Prescription drug, dental and vision coverage; saving account options (such as a Health Care Flexible Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account); and an employee assistance program. Additional Benefits include a defined contribution 401(k) plan, employee life insurance, optional dependent life insurance, employee accidental death or dismemberment insurance coverage, short-disability, optional long-term disability, pre-tax transportation/commuter program, paid holidays, paid time off, parental leave, a layoff plan for salaried employees, tuition refund program, use of CareLoop, adoption assistance, optional identity theft prevention insurance, optional person legal assistance, and optional personal excess liability insurance.Additional InformationGE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights1020.pdf) . 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).Relocation Assistance Provided: No