Lead Sourcing Specialist Commodity Management

Summary Negotiate with dedicated providers according to specific policies Achieve the best contractual conditions while also ensuring internal customer satisfaction In-depth understanding of key business drivers uses this understanding to accomplish own work In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area Company Overview Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective innovative spirit drive and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations If you have ideas we will listen Join us and see your ideas take flight Site Overview Our Multi-modal Manufacturing Facility MMF in Pune plays a crucial role in manufacturing key aerospace components supporting not only Indias defense and commercial sectors but also global aviation supply chains Our relationships with Indian suppliers combined with our world-class local facilities and global reach continue to shape Indias aerospace ecosystemRoles and ResponsibilitiesSourcing Strategy Development Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with current new product development goals considering factors such as cost quality availability and supplier capabilities Supplier Identification Identify and qualify suppliers capable of meeting the requirements of current new product introductions Conduct assessments to evaluate suppliers capabilities quality systems and capacity Negotiation and Contracting Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions for materials and services required for new product introductions Draft and execute contracts to formalize agreements with selected suppliers Cost Management Drive cost management initiatives to optimize total landed cost and achieve cost reduction targets for new products Supplier Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure alignment with business objectives and promote collaboration for continuous improvement Risk Management Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to sourcing supply chain disruptions and supplier performance that could impact new product introductions Project Management Coordinate cross-functional activities and timelines related to sourcing and procurement to support the successful launch of new products Continuous Improvement Use of Flight Deck to drive continuous improvement initiatives within the sourcing function to enhance efficiency reduce lead times and improve overall performance Build strategies to establish suppliers relations globally and in the region increase deflation by negotiating with suppliers year on year localizing parts or BCC sourcing with reduced lead time best pay plus other terms VMIs etc Monitor forecast and develop strategies to capitalize on macroeconomic and industry trends impacting the assigned commodity and business in region to minimize total material costs ensure material availability capacity and qualityWork with cross functional team members for high performance and able to drive accountable work culture retaining and motivating diverse perspective and culture Ensure competitive prices during pre-bids NPIs and execute on time by getting released POs to preferred suppliers be part of product development cycle and able to deliver sourcing deliverables Hands on experience on aviation quality system related to suppliers Cost reduction strategies during the execution of projects to meet the deflation year over year target for the business keeping Aviation quality system norms Interact with site teams to understand business needs and develop supply chain strategies that optimize total requirementsCollaborate with supporting resources engineering quality global supply chain to achieve plan including lead time reductions cash enhancement VMI etc Participate in Global sourcing initiatives to leverage best practices partner with corporate commodity leaders sourcing leaders and peers to maximize synergies and global suppliersIdeal Candidate Candidates with the good exposure into Strategic Sourcing experience Costing Long Term Agreement Experience Negotiation Skills and Fluet Communication Required Qualification Masters MBA degree preferred plus Bachelors Engineering Degree preferably MechanicalMinimum 8-12 years of industry experience with exposure to aviation sourcingAbility and willingness to travel as required Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously Proficiency in supplier evaluation selection and relationship management Knowledge of supply chain best practices industry trends and emerging technologies Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal stakeholders and external suppliers Experience with ERP systems and sourcing tools is desirable Experience in working with aviation global sourcing teamsHigh motivation leadership and influencing skillsAptitude with analytical tools ex Excel AccessAbility to perform scenario analysis and strategy developmentCPIM or APICS certification preferredGreen Belt Black Belt CertifiedClosing Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided Yes