Lead Sourcing Specialist - Buying / Procurement

Lead Sourcing Specialist - Buying / Procurement

At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. The Lead Sourcing Specialist - Buying / Procurement will play a critical role in driving sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely procurement of high-quality materials and services to support GE Aerospace's operations. With our state-of-the-art Flight Management System powering all the major narrowbodies, and our open computing suite powering Boeing's 787 and 777X platforms, GE Aerospace's avionics provide safety and advanced technology to all customers. As a trusted partner on western defense platforms, GE Aerospace's Systems offer tailor-made solutions for both fixed and rotary wings military applications, including KC-46, P-8, F-35, and F-18. We take pride in ensuring full-lifecycle readiness as it relates to safety, certification, and quality standards, continuously striving to deliver for our customers through project execution, collaboration, and lean problem-solving.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement process for assigned commodities, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services to meet production schedules.
• Manage purchase orders, supplier agreements, and contracts in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure alignment with GE Aerospace's quality and delivery standards.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier negotiations, alternative sourcing strategies, and value engineering.
• Collaborate with internal teams to achieve cost reduction targets while maintaining quality and delivery standards.
• Assess and mitigate risks in the supply chain, ensuring business continuity and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Proactively address supply chain disruptions and implement contingency plans.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and program management teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare and present reports on sourcing performance, cost savings, and supplier metrics.
• Ensure all sourcing activities comply with GE Aerospace's policies, ethical standards, and export control regulations.
• Uphold GE Aerospace's Behaviors, including Respect for People, Continuous Improvement, and Customer Driven, with unyielding integrity.

Required Qualifications

Additional Information

Desired Characteristics

Some of our competitive benefits package includes :

This position may be eligible for the following flexible work arrangements :

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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 : Yes