Senior Sourcing Manager – Global Facilities, Utilities
GE HealthCare
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Chicago • Illinois • United States
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Salary
💰 $154,000 - $231,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Develop global sourcing and procurement strategies across the Facilities and Utilities Categories which represent approximately $254M in spend at GE Healthcare
- Negotiate with suppliers to achieve optimal contractual terms while ensuring internal stakeholder satisfaction
- Leverage industry knowledge and market trends to inform strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement in sourcing practices
- Build relationships with critical business stakeholders to ensure current and future business requirements are met
- Lead a team of three to four individuals and provide mentorship, coaching, and performance management to foster a high-performing team environment
- Define and execute sourcing or category management strategies aligned with business goals
- Lead cross-functional collaboration with properties, EHS, manufacturing, engineering, quality, and business teams
- Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to guide sourcing decisions
- Drive cost savings, risk mitigation, and sustainability initiatives
- Lead or support supplier transitions, audits, and performance evaluations
- Monitor and report on category performance metrics and implement improvements
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, quality systems, and legal requirements
- Provide leadership and mentorship to team members or direct reports
- Support global and regional sourcing initiatives and projects
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 8 years of experience in Indirect Sourcing)
- Proven expertise in negotiation, with a strong track record of successfully negotiating contracts, SOW’s pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve optimal outcomes for the organization
- Demonstrated ability in navigating matrixed organizations, leverage spend analytics to develop compelling business cases, present to senior leaders and influence change
- Ability to develop and implement global sourcing strategies that align with the company's long-term goals
- Expertise in developing complex RFx’s, should cost models, scorecards and award criteria
- Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
- Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
- Established project management skills
- Exhibits exceptional flexibility and adaptability, consistently demonstrating a proactive approach and a strong sense of urgency
- Strong technical knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Ability to travel and communicate outside of typical work hours
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- paid time off
- 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
- life
- disability
- accident insurance
- tuition reimbursement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
leadershipmentorshipcoachingcommunicationproblem-solvingproject managementflexibilityadaptabilityinfluencingteam collaboration