Job Description Summary

Site buyer in PMO sourcing to perform purchase of materials or contracting services considering the organization specific requirements and commodity procurement strategy for a given GE Offshore Wind project.

Job Description

About us:

GE Renewable Energy is one of the world's leading offshore wind energy companies, with a portfolio of offshore wind turbines ranging from 6 MW to 14 MW that offer increased value to customers with proven performance, reliability, efficiency and availability. We have invested more than $400 million to develop the Haliade-X, an investment that will also drive down offshore wind farms’ levelized cost of energy, helping make offshore wind energy more competitive for our customers. The Haliade-X was the industry’s first 14MW offshore wind turbine to operate, and is the only 12+MW offshore wind turbine platform that has been operating for over two years, specifically at its Rotterdam prototype site.

Why we come to work:

Strategic thinkers who enjoy a fast-paced working environment, our Sourcers are resilient and resolute in the face of challenge. They’re accountable for the decisions they make, and love to prove they can get the best product for the job through their resourcefulness. This confidence is empowering and exciting -and their knowledge is second to none through the opportunities to travel to supplier locations in this role! You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a great negotiator, with a persistent mindset and the desire to experience global cultures.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Performs sourcing activities under the supervision and coordination of the PMO Project Sourcing Manager.
• Search and selection of new site vendors for equipment, services and material in cooperation with PMO Project Sourcing Manager.
• Leads onboarding of new suppliers following the correct procedure, with the auxiliary support of PMO Procurement.
• Issues RFQ, defines PO requirements for projects and services phase, performs total cost analysis, negotiates all necessary commercial conditions, prepares basis for decision during the project execution phase.
• Is aligned with the Business objectives for cost, on-time delivery and payment terms; among others.
• Prepares all necessary documentation and supporting archives for Purchase Orders to be issued by PMO Procurement in the ERP system.
• In charge of keeping records and organization of sourcing related documents in his/her scope (hardcopies and electronic files in the corresponding databases), according to PMO Sourcing archiving guidelines.
• Follow-up of small amount PO deliveries and execution of services together with the PMO Project Sourcing Manager.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or Engineering

Desired Characteristics:

• Education in supply chain and/or sourcing management.
• Negotiation skills (experience, training)
• Basic financial understanding: hedging, net present value, financial report.
• Basic knowledge of transport, insurances & taxes.
• Experience in sourcing and/or supply chain environment.
• Experience in assessing and working with suppliers.
• Problem solving and root cause identification skills.
• Familiarity with project management approaches, tools and phases of the project lifecycle.
• Proficient in English language (written and spoken)
• Analytic and decision-making abilities.
• Proactivity and assertiveness, both with external suppliers and with internal colleagues and stakeholders.
• Team player and able to work with and through others.
• Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal.
• Able to navigate in a multi-cultural environment
• Good communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Active listening skills.
• Oracle ERP environment
• Offshore wind market, Oil&Gas offshore market, other offshore markets.
• Knowledge of French language or other foreign languages is of advantage

Additional Information

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position