Job Description Summary

Develop global sourcing and procurement strategies across Software which represent approximately $315M 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 requirement met. Lead a team of 6 individuals and provide mentorship, coaching, and performance management to foster a high performing team environment.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead Global team and define Sourcing Category Strategy for $315M for Software
• Demonstrate and lead cross functional collaboration, partnership and proactive business engagement with key stakeholders on sub-category strategy requirements and key initiatives
• Responsible for execution, monitoring, reporting and creating a plan for key priorities including: cost savings initiatives, AWT, supplier relationship management, contracting, risk mitigation, sustainability and creating improvement plans where needed
• Demonstrate knowledge in this category and clear understanding of key market dynamics and trends within these sub-categories and how that correlates to GE HealthCare and its landscape
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to guide sourcing decisions
• Lead or support supplier transitions, audits, and performance evaluations.
• Ability to lead cross functional projects and lead teams in complex decision making on important initiatives leading to desired outcomes.
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• For roles outside of the USA- This role requires significant experience in the Sourcing & Commodity Management. Knowledge level is comparable to a Master's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience 10 years).
• For roles in USA - Master's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 10 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

Additional Job Description

Additional Information

Compensation Grade

SPB1

GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunities 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 HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No