Global Commodity Manager

GE Vernova

Global commodity manager leading GE Vernova’s blade sourcing strategy, supplier negotiations, and operations standardization. Driving cost reduction, make-versus-buy decisions, and supply flexibility across internal factories.

Posted 9/10/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $149,400 - $248,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Management, Commodity Management, and Product Management, with a strong focus on cost reduction, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to lead teams, implement strategic initiatives, and drive results in a global operational environment.

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Supply Chain ManagementCommodity ManagementSourcing and Contract ExperienceProject Management SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Cost ReductionNegotiationData AnalysisProgram ExecutionQuality Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem SolvingTeam Leadership

Industry Keywords

Direct Material StrategySupplier Improvement ProcessesMake-Versus-Buy DecisionsKaizenBalanced Scorecard

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a global direct material commodity team and serve as operations leader for the Blades CoE
Lead commodity leaders and standardize work across the blades team
Define and execute part of the multiyear global blade direct material strategy for internal blade factories
Lead negotiations with external blade suppliers and own Terms and Conditions in supply agreements
Implement standard work aligned with the broader GEV WIND sourcing team
Manage Cost Handbook rollups, PPV and YOY metrics, pipeline project alignment, and the team Bowler
Align with internal blade factory leadership to support make-versus-buy decisions
Drive supplier and cross-functional cost-out projects to achieve annual budgets and year-over-year savings
Engage cross-functional teams in Kaizens and focused workouts prioritizing safety, quality, delivery, and cost
Partner with suppliers, factories, engineering, and materials teams to drive cost reduction, output, and supply flexibility
Manage cost-out programs involving engineering changes, material changes, and additional supply sources
Maintain a supply base meeting quality and fulfillment requirements
Lead balanced scorecard and supplier improvement processes
Lead functional teams or projects and present business solutions to functional leaders
Negotiate with internal stakeholders and external partners, vendors, or customers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, college or equivalent knowledge or experience
Significant experience in Supply Chain, Commodity Management, or Product Management
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required, estimated at 20%
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
Established project management skills
Ability to work cross functionally to drive results
Sourcing and contract experience
Quality or production experience
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

15% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance/benefits
Life insurance
Paid time off for vacation or illness
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Professional development opportunities
Remote work
Competitive compensation
Geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas