Purchasing Planner

The Purchasing Planner works cross-functionally and with the supplier base to understand capacity and determine the strategy around utilizing available capacity for each of the supplier sites that support the segment. Capacity modeling for all key constraints should be created and maintained, integrating the industrialization and demand profile changes throughout the planning horizons. This is a critical input to the overall purchasing plan and strategic decisions.

This planner will ensure that capacity is optimized to support overall business objectives by identifying and owning action plans to mitigate under/over utilized capacity within the segment.

Essential responsibilities

• Manage creation and maintenance of purchasing capacity models for all key constraints within the segment while aligning to the targets of the business
• Keep ERP systems and tools up to date and accurate to the current purchasing capacity
• Partner with the demand planning, factory, supply and finance teams to facilitate cross functional alignment through transparent discussion and decisions
• Manage relationships with suppliers and local and global supply teams to support execution and proactively optimize capacity constraints for business objectives
• Demonstrate leadership in communicating business goals/programs/processes for a purchasing planning segment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing / supply chain
• 2+ years of experience specifically in material planning / scheduling function
• Proven capability with materials management disciplines including S&OP
• 25% travel domestically and internationally

Desired Characteristics

• Ability to lead, manage and communicate with all levels of the business
• Inclusive leadership style, proven ability to build a connection with the team
• APICS certifications (CPIM and/or CSCP)
• Global experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to use lean tools for continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, act independently, and use sound judgment
• Ability to successfully motivate and maintain high integrity, employee involvement, safety and teamwork
• Change agent with energy, passion and enthusiasm
• ERP [SAP(PMx), Baan, Oracle (Zeal)] experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of the manufacturing processe

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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).

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline:
October 26, 2026

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $91,700.00 and $. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 16, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a…