Commodity Specialist

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary

About our business

GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built global energy company that includes Power Wind and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses of Advanced Research Consulting Services and Financial Services. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the worlds challenges GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.

At GE Vernova our Hydro Power division stands at the forefront of the hydroelectricity generation industry. We are dedicated to designing manufacturing and installing cutting-edge equipment for hydroelectric power plants as well as servicing and refurbishing existing facilities to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Our turbines and generators account for over 25% of the total installed hydropower capacity worldwide. With a dynamic team of 3600 professionals spread across more than 30 countries we have the energy to change the world. Be part of a team that is not only shaping the energy landscape but also contributing to a more sustainable planet. Join us and make a difference with GE Vernovas Hydro Power business division!

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About Position

The commodity specialist will manage commodities like Catalogue components.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

The Technical Regional Commodity Specialist (RCS) will have to :

Analyze and prioritize purchase requisitions and select appropriate supplier panel

Ensure suppliers are qualified has valid terms & conditions etc.

Package and send Request for Quotation to the selected panel.

Receive and analyze supplier questions; answer commercial questions with the help of the Commodity Leader and obtain technical answers from engineering.

Setup and lead Technical Alignment Meetings

Follow strict procurement / process compliance for projects with the US Government or public utilities.

Negotiate the best price quality lead time compliant offer from each supplier.

Prepare Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) comparison and select winning supplier obtain approval for budget savings / slippages from the project.

Prepare the purchase order placement request with price dates milestones T&Cs

Participate in basic and detailed design reviews with engineering and project team to provide sourcing point-of-view and feedback.

Support the sourcing proposal coordinator in the preparation of offers (ITO); propose a competitive industrial plan and validate the relevance and accuracy of the costing of the offer before it is submitted

Monitor supplier performance assess risks and opportunities linked to the supply chain (Quality OTD) and develop mitigation plans

Support the negotiation of supplier claims with the commodity leader.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree or college technical degree in engineering or any relevant field with 0-5 years of experience in costing internal sales technical support or similar.

Knowledge of products in power generation / rotating machines industry

Mechanical / hydraulic domain expertise and knowledge will be considered an important asset

Good commercial knowledge and negotiation techniques

Proficiency in English comprehension

Ability to work in a stimulating and demanding work environment.

Desired Characteristics

Ability to work in a stimulating and demanding work environment.

Must have unrestricted Canadian work authorization without requiring sponsorship

Excellent team player

Judgment and ability to clearly communicate ideas

Experience in the context of carrying out projects

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided : No

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Sales Experience,Crane,Customer Service,Communication skills,Heavy Equipment Operation,Microsoft Word,Case Management,OSHA,Team Management,Catheterization,Microsoft Outlook Calendar,EHS

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1