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Executive Assistant for Chief Procurement Officer

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Executive Assistant for Chief Procurement Officer

Atlanta, GA

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Proactively provide a range of Executive administrative support for the GE Vernova Chief Procurement Officer as well as coordination / support, as needed, for the Sourcing staff/ Senior Leadership team members. Independently execute all assigned responsibilities and effectively balance the needs of multiple individuals. Operate as part of a team that works together and provides back-up support to other administrative staff as needed.

This is a hybrid position with a required minimum of two days in the Atlanta office and additional days in office, as needed. Availability during outside typical business hours for travel and/or time sensitive business needs may be needed.

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Essential Responsibilities:

  • Proactively support the assigned leader and team by independently executing all responsibilities while successfully balancing the needs of multiple Sourcing staff/ Senior Leadership team members
  • Prioritize, maintain, and organize extensive and complex, global calendars, schedule appointments and meetings (including both on-site and off-site conference arrangements), arrange end to end global travel schedules, travel itineraries, air, hotel, and ground transportation, manage international visa and right to visit documents, reconcile T&L expenses. Work with others to organize meetings with multiple attendees across different geographic locations in the most efficient way.
  • Manage Annual Engagement Matrix including: 1:1 mentor, leadership team, Sourcing Council, and other rhythmic meetings as required.
  • Proactively look ahead at calendars/schedules to identify conflicts, judge efficiency, and suggest adjustments.
  • Maintain distribution list, craft communication for organizational announcements, draft and manage social media posts (Example: LinkedIn in partnership with Comms team)
  • Schedule, plan, and organize all logistical details for in-house and off-site meetings, etc., as needed.
  • Schedule, plan and organize all event planning for monthly supplier conferences as well as regional conference with 15-200 suppliers: travel with executive, as appropriate.
  • Manage a range of general administrative services including documentation management/file set up and maintenance, invoice processing, etc.
  • Anticipate, identify, analyze, and solve issues/conflicts independently and discretely.
  • Manage Workday transactions in coordination with HR partner.
  • Communicate professionally with internal and external persons, at times acting as first point of contact to executive leader and/or staff making interactions positive experiences.
  • Manage confidential data and matters discreetly and professionally.
  • Create and manage purchase orders as needed; manage outgoing shipments as needed.
  • Maintain gratitude plan with communications for moments that matter (i.e., birthdays, anniversaries, major life events for team)
  • Work as a collaborator with other assistants and teams.
  • Special projects as required.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or High School diploma and five years' work experience, or equivalent experience/ knowledge
  • Outstanding interpersonal and relationship building skills across multiple cultures.
  • Strong experience supporting global executives.
  • Minimum three years' experience in event planning, administrative support, or complex project management or equivalent experience
  • Ability to successfully organize and execute details in a fast-paced, ever-changing, environment.
  • Ability to successfully manage competing priorities.
  • Highly results driven with exceptional follow-through.
  • Strong experience in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Passion for continuous learning

Desired Characteristics:

  • Adaptable to continuous changes with building a new company.
  • Pro-active problem-solver
  • A collaborative team player yet able to work independently.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational and prioritization skills


  • Expert in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

The base pay range for this position is $75,000-$110,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This posting is expected to remain open until at least January 13th, 2025.

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., their successors, 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.

Additional Information

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: No

Client-provided location(s): Atlanta, GA, USA
Job ID: GE_Vernova-1395334573
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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