Purchasing Planner

GE Vernova

. Manage creation and maintenance of purchasing capacity models for all key constraints within the segment while aligning to business targets .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $91,700 - $152,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in purchasing capacity management, materials management, and cross-functional collaboration within manufacturing and supply chain environments. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize capacity constraints, and implement continuous improvement strategies using lean tools.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Materials ManagementS&OPERP Experience with SAPAnalytical SkillsLeadership

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Hard Skills

Purchasing Capacity ModelsMaterial PlanningSchedulingLean ToolsManufacturing Process Knowledge

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam BuildingProblem-SolvingChange ManagementJudgment

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsSAP (PMx)BaanOracle (Zeal)

Certifications & Qualifications

APICS CPIMAPICS CSCP

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainCross-Functional TeamsContinuous ImprovementCapacity ConstraintsGlobal Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage creation and maintenance of purchasing capacity models for all key constraints within the segment while aligning to business targets
Keep ERP systems and tools up to date and accurate to current purchasing capacity
Partner with demand planning, factory, supply, and finance teams to facilitate cross-functional alignment through transparent discussion and decisions
Manage relationships with suppliers and local and global supply teams to support execution and proactively optimize capacity constraints for business objectives
Demonstrate leadership in communicating business goals, programs, and processes for a purchasing planning segment
Understand supplier-site capacity and determine strategies for utilizing available capacity
Integrate industrialization and demand-profile changes throughout planning horizons
Identify and own action plans to mitigate underutilized or overutilized capacity within the segment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
5+ years of experience in manufacturing / supply chain
2+ years of experience specifically in material planning / scheduling function
Proven capability with materials management disciplines including S&OP
25% travel domestically and internationally
Ability to lead, manage and communicate with all levels of the business
Inclusive leadership style and proven ability to build a connection with the team
Global experience working with cross-functional teams
Demonstrated ability to use lean tools for continuous improvement
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to handle multiple priorities, act independently, and use sound judgment
Ability to successfully motivate and maintain high integrity, employee involvement, safety and teamwork
Change agent with energy, passion and enthusiasm
ERP experience with SAP (PMx), Baan, or Oracle (Zeal) in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of the manufacturing process
APICS certifications (CPIM and/or CSCP) desired

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
24/7 nurse-based Health Coach resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Professional development opportunities
Relocation assistance not provided