Lead Sourcing Specialist – Substations

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sourcing and category strategies for substation equipment, materials, and specialized services, aligned with business objectives and market dynamics;

• Lead supplier and contractor management activities, including qualification support, performance monitoring, risk mitigation, and competitiveness improvement initiatives;

• Conduct RFQs, evaluate proposals, lead commercial and contractual negotiations, and recommend sourcing decisions based on business requirements and Total Cost of Ownership principles;

• Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Operations, Logistics, Finance, Legal, and Procurement teams to ensure effective sourcing execution and stakeholder alignment;

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to sourcing processes, category governance, supplier performance, compliance, quality, and EHS requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Foreign Trade, Engineering, or a related field;

• Solid experience in Sourcing, Procurement, Category Management, Commodity Management, or Services Procurement;

• Proven experience purchasing equipment and materials for electrical substations and contracting specialized substation services;

• Strong experience with category strategy development, supplier and contractor management, commercial negotiations, and application of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) methodology;

• Advanced English, advanced Spanish, availability to travel as required, and current residence in Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, or Venezuela.

Diversity:

GE Vernova is committed to fostering diversity and encourages women, Black professionals, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIAP+ community, and professionals of all ages to apply for this position.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No