What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer / Planner position at GE?
Job Description Summary
As a member of a World-Class Team, the Lead Materials Planning and Execution Specialist(Buyer/Planner) will coordinate and expedite the flow of materials (from suppliers and also within
departments) according to production schedules. Plan and schedule material/production needs.
Requires mastery of a body of theoretical knowledge. Requires developed and strong foundation
of function skills and knowledge of relevant technologies.
Job Description
Role Summary/Purpose
As a member of a World-Class Team, the Lead Materials Planning and Execution Specialist (Buyer/Planner) will coordinate and expedite the flow of materials (from suppliers and also within departments) according to production schedules. Plan and schedule material/production needs. Requires mastery of a body of theoretical knowledge. Requires developed and strong foundation of function skills and knowledge of relevant technologies.
Essential Responsibilities
- Manage master planning, material processes and systems, prepare and update production schedules and purchasing needs.
- Ensure operational alignment with production plan and KPIs.
- Optimize inventory and process improvements.
- Develops new solutions under guidance and/or in a team setting or based upon precedents in the organizations. Works together with business leadership at SPB and EB level.
- Specifies needs, communicates about project approach and presents outcomes of research done.
- Delivers products as part of a team. Works on cross functional teams.
- Alternatively: Leads analytical and design activities using proven technologies and vested approaches and methods.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
- OR High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of related experience
Desired Characteristics
- Minimum of 3 additional years of experience in Materials Planning and Execution.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
- Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
- Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
- Effective problem identification and solution skills.
- Proven analytical and organizational ability.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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: No
