GE Gas Power Global Category Management Leader – Professional Services, Travel & Special Projects

Job Description
Responsibilities:

Oversee development/ execution of strategies through the sourcing process for specific Category Group of spend areas
Champion and secure TCE reductions for Professional Services and Travel
Develop and oversee the Vendor Management Operations (VMO) process for assigned spend categories (e.g., upgrade should-cost analysis capabilities, work closely with functions, etc.)
Oversee end-to-end Sourcing process:  strategy, market analysis, negotiation process (RFXs), supplier selection and contract creation, and buy channel management
Lead and manage multi-functional stakeholder teams on specific strategic sourcing initiatives or projects
Drive best practices
Measure and track internal performance within each spend category
Monitor strategy implementation to ensure benefit realization
Drive annual productivity improvements in each spend category
Drive value through supplier relationship management

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in Sourcing, Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial, or equivalent consulting experience

Recommended Qualifications:

MBA or Bachelor’s degree in Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or Engineering
Category management/sourcing experience in a multinational company
Track record of driving step change improvement in sourcing or similar functions
Strong analytical skills (spend analytics, should-cost analysis, market R&I)
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Demonstrated negotiations skills
Aggressive self-starter
Collaborative mindset
Strong project management skills
Experience with RFQ implementation and execution
Working knowledge of ERP systems

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