Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
1 day ago
Strategic Sourcing Leader
Job Description SummaryThis role leads strategic sourcing activities for the ISS X-Ray Generation portfolio. The position supports sourcing initiatives for select Product Management and New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, including supplier evaluation and selection. In addition, the role provides sourcing support for the local manufacturing site to ensure operational alignment and supply continuity. Responsibilities also include managing some suppliers—developing supplier strategies, conducting negotiations (including pricing), and establishing supply agreements.

GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our purpose is to create a world where healthcare has no limits. Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.

Job DescriptionRoles and Responsibilities

Develops, plans, organizes, and implements global sourcing strategies and programs to increase operational efficiency and profitability

Understand key supply markets and use this knowledge and experience to lead and execute the sourcing process to deliver best value for ISS X-Ray Generation

Deploy specific procurement process knowledge and expertise to lead the analysis of supplier proposals (using appropriate tools and technology) to ensure best value for spend allocation decisions that are made regarding supplier selection and contract award

Lead negotiation of commercial and contractual terms (with appropriate legal support) with suppliers to ensure that GEHC's commercial and contractual risk is managed appropriately

Build strong relationships with Strategic Suppliers, fostering early engagement into GE’s New Product Introduction (NPI) process, and long-term partnership for wing-to-wing product lifecycleCollaborate and manage key, strategic supplier relationships to ensure that supplier performance and value is maintained and delivered throughout the contract lifecycle

Delivers management information, reporting, insight and analytics on supplier cost and performance

Provide guidance and contribution on policy and process continuous improvement of the procurement function across the division

Provide sourcing/supplier support to the local operations/materials teams.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Procurement, or Supply Chain Management

Minimum 9 years of experience in sourcing within complex procurement and supply chain environments

Proven experience in project management, with strong analytical and presentation skills

Demonstrated ability to work with global suppliers and manage cross-border relationships

Excellent communication skills to engage effectively across all levels, both internally and externally

Desired Characteristics

Experience or knowledge of ISS X-Ray Generation is highly desirable

Proven negotiation skills with experience delivering effective commercial agreements

Strong business acumen with the ability to navigate complex market dynamics, including supplier, partner, and customer relationships

Advanced analytical and quantitative skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making

Adaptable and eager to learn, with the ability to understand technical product knowledge and collaborate effectively with subject matter experts and stakeholders

Inclusive and collaborative mindset, with the ability to partner on decision-making at the plant level and across teams

Experience working cross-functionally and across cultures, teams, and time zones; ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Demonstrated project management capabilities with a consistent record of delivering results on time

Fluency in English, with strong oral and written communication skills

Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time

Ability to work on-site at the office more than 90% of the time (this is not a remote or hybrid position)

Inclusion and Diversity

GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. 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.

We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership – always with unyielding integrity.

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.

Disclaimer: GE HealthCare will never ask for payment to process documents, refer you to a third party to process applications or visas, or ask you to pay costs. Never send money to anyone suggesting they can provide employment with GE HealthCare.

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Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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