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Service Project Buyer

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Service Project Buyer

Vienna, Austria

Job Description Summary

In the role of Service Project Buyer, you'll collaborate with Regional Commodity Leaders to align vendors with business needs, ensuring quality and timely delivery. You'll manage supplier relationships, handle technical specifications, and oversee the entire procurement process from RFQs to delivery. Coordination with Material Planners and Transport Specialists is key to meeting project milestones. Additionally, you'll ensure data accuracy in ERP systems and provide essential feedback to maintain compliance and support business objectives.

About our company:
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 world's challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.

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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 3,600 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 Vernova's Hydro Power business division!

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Ensure quality and on-time delivery of purchased products as well as compliance with costs and contractual conditions
  • Collaborate with Regional Commodity Leaders to ensure that suppliers are aligned with the needs of the Service business in terms of cost, quality and deadlines.
  • Manage and maintain your supplier panel
  • Understand customer expectations and provide the quotation request to suppliers, ensure supplier negotiation, place the purchase request and follow up until delivery
  • Coordinate with the supplier quality manager to ensure that inspections and documentation are done on time.
  • Interact with the Material Planner to ensure that purchase requests and shipments are made according to the set schedule.
  • Ensure data quality in the ERP

Required Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor Degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management
  • Experience: Minimum 7 years of experience in position or coordination of Sourcing / Procurement/ Supply Chain in project related context or in Project Management
  • Language: Fluent in English & German
  • Skills: Ability to work in cross-functional and global team environments

Desired Qualifications:

  • Hydraulic knowledge is a plus
  • Supplier selection & relationship management
  • Preparing and leading negotiation with suppliers
  • Understanding products and using technical knowledge & skills
  • Contract Management & Legal Awareness
  • Total cost management

Inclusion & Diversity: At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique
identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering
an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work
because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.
Please click here to learn more: Advancing safe, responsible, and equitable working conditions (gevernova.com)

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Vienna, Austria
Job ID: GE_power-303401850
Employment Type: Other

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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