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GE Vernova

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Logistics
  • Stoke-on-Trent

AI generated summary

  • You need basic experience in sourcing and procurement, plus knowledge equivalent to a Bachelor's degree or relevant college certification with experience.
  • You will manage purchase orders, supplier relationships, schedule changes, and ERP updates while resolving issues, building customer connections, and enhancing your functional knowledge.

Requirements

  • This role requires basic experience in the Sourcing & Buying-Procurement.
  • Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a College Certification with relevant experience).

Responsibilities

  • Place and follow-up on POs.
  • Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution.
  • Manage problems and schedule changes.
  • Update ERP.
  • Broadening knowledge of theories, practices and procedures in own discipline to execute functional policy / strategy; still developing functional knowledge and skills.
  • Basic understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work.
  • Good understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
  • May have some autonomy to make decisions within a defined framework.
  • Resolves issues in situations that require good knowledge and judgment within established procedures.
  • Consults more senior team members for issues outside of defined policy / parameters.
  • A job at this level requires good interpersonal skills.
  • For customer facing roles, develops strong customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and GE.
  • Explains technical information to others.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Manufacturing Buyer.

What is the primary focus of the Manufacturing Buyer role?

The primary focus of the Manufacturing Buyer role is to manage the buying process for a given set of goods, interface between suppliers and the entity, and ensure adherence to specifications and budgets.

What qualifications are required for this job?

A basic experience in Sourcing & Buying-Procurement is required, along with a knowledge level comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or a College Certification with relevant experience.

Is this position hybrid or fully remote?

This position is a hybrid role and requires onsite presence throughout the week.

What are some key responsibilities of the Manufacturing Buyer?

Key responsibilities include placing and following up on POs, managing relationships with suppliers, addressing problems and schedule changes, updating ERP, and developing good interpersonal and communication skills.

What is the desired experience for candidates interested in this role?

Candidates should have proven oral and written communication skills and an ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

What kind of work environment can candidates expect at GE Grid Solutions?

Candidates can expect a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility in work agreements, focusing on growth and sustainability in the energy sector.

Are there benefits provided with this position?

Yes, the position offers competitive benefits and great development opportunities, including private health insurance.

Does the role require interaction with customers?

Yes, for customer-facing roles, the Manufacturing Buyer is expected to develop strong customer relationships and serve as an interface between customers and GE.

Is relocation assistance offered for this position?

No, relocation assistance is not provided for this position.

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GE Vernova

Energy
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.