Buying Specialist

Job Description Summary

The Buying Specialist at GE Aerospace's Additive Technology Center is responsible for managing and optimizing the buying process for shop consumables and will be expected to apply lean principals to develop systems with operation teams for managing inventory that minimize queue time, while reducing inventory.

The Buying Specialist will ensure all indirect material needed for the shop is available at time of need. Will work with end users of materials to develop strategy for the site for managing inventory. They will demonstrate leadership in and accountability for business goals & commitments, and metrics.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage the lifecycle of purchase orders, including Fixed Asset Management System. This includes obtaining quotes/estimates, placing orders, tracking delivery timelines, and ensuring proper invoicing.
• Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution.
• Manage problems and schedule changes. Communicate to stakeholders.
• Maintain tracking of materials on-hand and consumption rates to be able to strategically decide on reorder points, incorporate into to purchasing process
• Based on site need and historical information, determine the type of PO needed for each situation to optimize procurement process of goods or service
• Developing in-depth knowledge of a discipline. Uses prior experience and acquired expertise to execute functional policy/strategy.
• Communication with direct colleagues and the business about design and coordination services rendered.
• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations.
• Utilizes technical expertise and judgement to solve problems.
• Leverages technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.
• Provides tactical support of Lean efforts within the site

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Sourcing & Buying-Procurement)

Desired Characteristics

• Experience communicating, influencing key stakeholders and driving change
• Experience accessing and managing transactions in purchasing systems
• Experience working independently and meeting deliverables in a self-directed manner with minimal supervision
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem Solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

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.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

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