Senior Commodity Buyer, Cooking and Ventilation Sourced Finish Goods and Global Purchasing

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.”  As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way.  We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.  

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. 

Interested in joining us on our journey? 

We’re looking for a results-driven sourcing professional to join our Purchasing team. As the Senior Commodity Buyer for Cooking and Ventilation Sourced Finished Goods (SFG), you will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and delivering cost and schedule accountability. This is a high-visibility role that will collaborate with internal partners across Product Management, Technology, and Quality while engaging globally with suppliers and affiliates.

Position

Senior Commodity Buyer, Cooking and Ventilation Sourced Finish Goods and Global Purchasing

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Cooking and Ventilation Sourced Finished Goods and global initiatives
• Lead all sourcing metrics, including material cost take-out (MCTO) goals and New Product Introduction (NPI) program performance
• Manage supplier relationships: issue RFQs, negotiate product costs and agreements, and monitor supplier performance
• Represent sourcing in global NPI programs from concept to launch, ensuring on-time and cost-effective implementation
• Use lean principles to drive continuous improvement and deliver cost-out across new and existing products
• Partner with program managers to track and report cost and schedule progress to leadership
• Align global sourcing strategies across GE Appliances and affiliate teams for consistency and impact
• Drive resolution of supplier-related issues and business changes, ensuring alignment with program goals

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years of experience in sourcing and/or supply chain management
• Proven success in managing international suppliers and negotiating agreements
• Strong influence and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams
• Solid project management experience and organizational ability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and operate with limited supervision
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with a collaborative mindset
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 30%

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a Technical field
• 7+ years of sourcing or supply chain experience
• Experience in appliance design and manufacturing
• Familiarity with sourcing systems and global supply chain processes
• Demonstrated success implementing global sourcing strategies

Why Join Us? At GE Appliances, we offer more than a job — we offer the opportunity to grow, lead, and make a difference. We foster a culture that is collaborative, diverse, and focused on continuous improvement. Our team members have access to long-term career development, innovative projects, and a strong support system to help them thrive.

Ready to own a key part of our supply chain strategy? Apply today to join our team at GE Appliances.

*This role is full-time onsite at Appliance Park in Louisville, KY.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances 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 Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

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