About this role
Role Summary: As a Supplier Delivery Leader you will serve as the operational owner for the assigned suppliers within a region and/or business segment championing on-time delivery improvement. These responsibilities include the development, communication and execution of supplier strategies to improve material availability and enable on-time delivery to GEHC factories and service centers. Essential Responsibilities: Lead the development and execution of supplier delivery improvement plans for assigned GEHC factory and service center - this includes leading supplier capacity planning and development, supplier performance monitoring and improvement planning and supporting supplier selection Lead proactive supplier capacity assessment and contingency planning by identifying risks at suppliers and executing plans to sustain capacity Proactively monitor supplier delivery performance and develop improvement strategies Analyze data to identify areas of improvement and provide objective evidence for root causes of late deliveries Partner with key business stakeholders to ensure sourced material and services meet the needs of the business, optimizing material availability with inventory and excess and obsolescence risk Work with global cross-functional teams consisting of materials, engineering, quality and sourcing to solve critical delivery problems Serve as point of contact for supplier part shortage resolution at assigned GEHC factory and service center Negotiate and execute stocking agreements with suppliers Drive improvements in sourcing processes to enable improved performance Communicate timely, clearly and effectively across key stakeholders including Executives of the company Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent knowledge/experience Strong experience in Commercial Sourcing, Material Management, or Supply Chain Desired Characteristics: Significant experience in commercial sourcing, materials or supply chain Excellent analytical skills with the ability to manage and develop supplier relationships Ability to energize, develop and build rapport at all levels within an organization Proven ability to execute and deliver on commitments Ability to influence others and lead project teams Strong oral and written communication skills APICS certification Greenbelt certification