Buyer

Job Description:
In this capacity The Sourcing Specialist performs all sourcing activities in the Inquiry to Order the individual will work with suppliers and internal customers to provide sourced goods and services at the best quality and total cost in support of the activities for the planned research center for GE Vernova.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Negotiate terms and conditions and transmit information for Procurement.
Ensure cost and Leadtime accuracy, competitive sourcing scheme and relevant Risk and Opportunity analysis.
Follow stringent Government procurement process outlined in the standard work procedure.
Manage and maintain strategic and close relations with suppliers and subcontractors along with suppliers and subcontractors decision makers and key stakeholders.
Maintains Smartsheet database of diverse suppliers and conducts frequent audits to ensure accurate diversity classification records.
Ensure sourcing procedures are followed from identifying supplier base, executing request for quotes, terms negotiations, purchase order creation and management, and accounts payable resolution.
Negotiating and finalizing contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions, pricing, and delivery schedules.
Proactive supplier management (supplier adds, modifications, etc.) as required.
Coordinate with Finance for quarter/year end closing activities.
All other sourcing projects, duties as assigned.

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Requirements:
MUST HAVE GREAT COMMUNICATION
3+ years of experience in a sourcing or logistics capacity
Demonstrated success in working with cross-functional teams.
Able to do pivot tables, vlook ups, and other formulas on Excel and Smartsheets.
Must be detail-oriented and data-driven.
Demonstrated strong project management skills.
Excellent interpersonal communication and facilitation skills with ability to influence others.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
Strong PC, database management skills; experience with Oracle Purchasing and Smartsheets is a plus.
Sourcing experience in both strategic and procurement functions and well as indirect sourcing
Excellent communication and networking skill

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.