Job Description Summary

Role Purpose
The Operational Procurement Leader is responsible for driving procurement execution, operational performance and continuous improvement across the assigned business area. The role provides subject-matter expertise, data-driven insight and practical leadership to ensure procurement activities are delivered effectively, consistently and in line with business objectives.
The position requires a strong combination of procurement knowledge, analytical capability, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to operate independently while collaborating across functions and supporting developing or underperforming teams.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and apply in-depth knowledge of operational procurement processes, systems and business requirements to support effective execution of functional strategy and priorities.
• Act as a key operational procurement advisor, providing expertise and guidance to teams and stakeholders on procurement processes, systems, data and best practices.
• Drive operational performance across assigned areas, identifying risks, gaps and improvement opportunities and ensuring appropriate actions are implemented.
• Provide targeted support to newly established, developing or underperforming teams, helping to identify root causes, establish effective ways of working and improve overall performance.
• Analyse complex procurement and operational data to identify trends, risks and opportunities, translating findings into clear recommendations and actionable improvement plans.
• Provide in-depth systems and data support, ensuring information is accurate, reliable and effectively utilised to support operational and business decision-making.
• Lead and support troubleshooting activities relating to procurement processes, systems and operational performance, working cross-functionally to achieve sustainable resolution.
• Share knowledge, expertise and best practices across teams and business areas, supporting capability development and greater consistency in operational execution.
• Identify, recommend and support the implementation of process improvements, simplification and standardisation opportunities.
• Challenge existing ways of working constructively and confidently, using data, experience and professional judgement to recommend better and more efficient solutions.
• Support complex projects and business initiatives, coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders and ensuring actions, risks and deliverables are effectively managed.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and cross-functional partners, communicating complex information clearly and adapting communication to different audiences.
• Provide informal coaching, guidance and knowledge transfer to colleagues and newer team members, supporting the development of wider organisational capability.
• Operate with a high degree of autonomy and professional judgement while recognising when escalation or senior-level guidance is appropriate.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, or equivalent relevant professional experience within procurement, supply chain, operations or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable experience within operational procurement, supply chain and sourcing
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, systems, data and operational performance management.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across different functions, cultures and organisational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse complex information, identify root causes and develop practical solutions.
• Strong data and systems capability, with confidence using information to support decision-making and performance improvement.
• Ability to document, plan, coordinate and execute complex projects and improvement activities.
• Established project-management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Collaborative problem-solving approach with a strong continuous-improvement and Lean mindset.
• Confident, approachable and able to work effectively with a wide range of personalities and working styles.
• Comfortable constructively challenging the status quo and influencing stakeholders towards improved solutions.
• Strong team player with a clear focus on overall business objectives and the ability to balance functional and cross-business priorities.
• Able to work independently, exercise sound professional judgement and take ownership through to resolution.
• Demonstrates leadership through expertise, influence, accountability and knowledge sharing.
• Champion of the GE Vernova Way, demonstrating its principles through day-to-day behaviours, decision-making and collaboration.

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