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Americas PSM Leader

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Americas PSM Leader

Schenectady, NY

Job Description Summary

This new people leader position in the Sourcing organization will lead all the Project Sourcing Managers (PSMs) focused on the Americas pole. You will be responsible for hiring PSMs based in the locations where there is Project growth. A Project Sourcing Manager (PSM) leads the supply chain management team in the given project and ensures fulfilment of Sourcing commitments towards the project by acting as a project manager for the Sourcing scope on the Project.
The Americas PSM leader will be sourcing interface for the Projects Pole leadership and will run the strategy laid out by the HDNU Projects Sourcing leader. This role will be responsible for hiring PSMs across the pole to support the S&IOP and budget needs across the EO, EEP and TK projects portfolio. This role will also be accountable for supporting the ITR sourcing process for translating the customer/market needs to ensure accurate budgets, scope, need dates and Ts&Cs for the HDNU projects portfolio

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The Project Sourcing Manager (PSM) role will report into the PSM leader and will be aligned directly to the Project Manager (PM)/Project Director (PD) and will be the main point of contact in the project for all matters related to procurement and will liaise with all sub-functions within the Sourcing department including but not limited to GCLs, CSLs, VSFLs, PPMs. PSM will be responsible for project EAC and On-time delivery of the Sourcing scope

Job Description

• Responsible for all supply chain management activities within project portpolio for all the equipment and spare parts in scope. This results in the preparation & application of common approach such as, but not limited to defining and applying of the contract requirements within the project (i.e. sourcing restrictions; financing restrictions etc.)

• Ensures a smooth hand-over of supply chain management related scope between tender team and project execution team

• Reviews and approves the purchasing strategy (i.e. top ten list, EPP) and the project specific sourcing concept (procurement concept)

• Secures that purchasing strategy is in line with commodity strategy and suppliers are target panel supplier with minimal deviations

• Verifies budget with Project Finance leaders and resolves budget allocation discrepancies

• Comments on baseline project schedule and works closely with project scheduling throughout the project to ensure optimum procurement schedule

• Understands the commercial part of the EPC contract and approves the project related purchasing conditions (PRPC)

• Ensures that suppliers meet all contractual requirements related to documentation including shipping documents, end of manufacturing reports, certificates

• Ensures that supplier quality / expediting has established the supplier monitoring-concept

Responsible for ERP rollout and necessary vendor extensions for the legal entity which will be used for PO issuance based on contractual legal chart

• Approves vendor list and ensures client's approval in close collaboration with project engineering manager (PEM) and the Project Director (PD)

• Oversees on- and offshore procurement activities including turnkey sub-contracts

• Oversees PSMs role in timely issuance of the purchase orders within budget

• Supports Commodity Managers in contract claim management and vendor recovery

• Supports Commodity Strategy in invoices release, warranty and bonds management, as well as in the most prominent order negotiations (high value; critical contract set-up) when and if required

• Performs weekly meetings with the participation of PSMs, PPMs, project quality manager, PEM, lead engineers, scheduler and PM/PD to review procurement progress and approves the weekly PO progress review minutes of meeting

• Establishes and ensures distribution of monthly progress report, cost summary sheet and claim summary sheet

• Ensures compliance with the quality and EHS rules from the project, business, sector and corporate within the project

• Initial contact for all commercial, legal, administrative and organizational plant procurement issues

• Responsible for Project facing KPIs: Project EAC (cost estimate at completion), Project OTD (on time delivery)

• Tracks the completion and on-time delivery of the technical specifications through the engineering department

Qualifications/Requirements:

-Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college.

-Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing, operations or project management

-Minimum of 5 years of experience in a sourcing or project management role

-Ability and willingness to travel 15% of the time, as required

-Ability to work under tight deadlines and to prioritize under pressure

-Strategic thinker with the ability to create and execute concrete action plans

-Strong analytical project management and organizational skills

-Strong oral and written communication skills

-Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Desired:

-Master's degree

-Strong business, commercial, and financial acumen

-Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize customer and company results

-Demonstrated ability to lead and drive significant change

-Demonstrated ability to lead in an uncertain environment and deliver results

-Strong customer-orientation and focus

-Lean training and some experience in using lean tools

The base pay range for this position is $ 149,400.00 - $199,200.00 USD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on March 31, 2025, or thereafter.

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401 (k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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: Yes

Client-provided location(s): Schenectady, NY, USA
Job ID: GE_Vernova-1110502862
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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