Buying Specialist

Overview

Job Description Summary. Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives.

Most importantly, you’ll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!

• Support and execute sourcing tasks and operations for all commodities as required
• Review existing standard work and procedures. Identify opportunity and provide feedback for improvements.
• Generate purchase orders for the goods or services needed, ensuring accuracy.
• Ensure that orders are processed and delivered on time and address any issues or delays that may arise.
• Adhere to company policies, regulations, and legal requirements related to procurement.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier information.
• Consult with People Leader or more senior team members for issues outside of defined parameters
• Exchanges information, asks questions, and checks for understanding with cross-functional teams
• Leverages Lean skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in Commercial Operations, Sourcing/Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Sales, Supply Chain or Contract Management roles)

• Skills in:
  Oracle, Excel (VLookups) Smartsheet
• Internships or Co-Ops in Supply Chain or Sourcing are a plus
• Experience in Buying, Managing Purchase Orders
• Knowledge of GE Aerospace procurement processes and systems
• Exposure to Manufacturing Operations
• 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

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like Health Ahead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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.

GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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