Senior Manager, Indirect Sourcing- IDT Services

At GE Appliances a Haier company we come together to make good things for the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S. were powered by creators thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that theres always a better 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

The Senior Manager Indirect Sourcing IDT Services will be responsible for leading the sourcing and vendor management strategy for Information Technology and Digital Technology services across the enterprise. This position will focus on delivering sourcing excellence optimizing supplier performance and ensuring compliance across a global portfolio of IT service providers software vendors and digital solutions partners. The role will ensure that sourcing strategies align with enterprise objectives optimize total cost of ownership and enable digital transformation within GE Appliances DT / Technology ecosystem.

This position will oversee strategy and execution for approximately $300 million in IT and Digital Services spend with direct accountability for vendor relationship management sourcing execution contract governance and risk management across key IT domains.

Scope : IT & Digital Services Software & Cloud Providers Managed Services Cybersecurity Data Center and Infrastructure Support Vendors.

Position

Senior Manager Indirect Sourcing- IDT Services

Location

USA Louisville KY

How Youll Create Possibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership : Develop and implement sourcing strategies for IT and Digital Technology service categories including software cloud and managed services. Identify and deliver cost efficiencies performance improvements and innovation through the execution of comprehensive sourcing initiatives.
• Vendor Management : Develop and maintain processes for vendor evaluation selection and management in alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements. Lead vendor risk assessments performance monitoring and compliance management across the IT vendor portfolio.
• Contract Management : Negotiate and maintain master service agreements software licensing arrangements and other vendor contracts. Collaborate with Legal Security and Compliance to ensure contracts meet internal and external regulatory standards.
• Performance Management : Establish and oversee service-level frameworks and performance dashboards incorporating key quality delivery and compliance metrics. Provide regular performance reporting and insights to IT leadership and business partners.
• Cost Optimization : Identify develop and execute cost optimization initiatives resulting from Vendor Management Office (VMO) activities. Analyze IT spend patterns and market trends to ensure competitive pricing and sustainable value delivery.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with IT Legal Finance and Security teams to ensure sourcing activities meet business objectives and compliance requirements. Lead vendor business reviews and alignment sessions with IT leadership and internal stakeholders.
• Risk & Compliance Management : Ensure third-party vendor compliance with GE Appliances cybersecurity data privacy and regulatory standards. Identify and mitigate vendor and operational risks and implement corrective action plans when necessary.
• Market Intelligence : Monitor industry trends emerging technologies and vendor innovations to inform sourcing strategies and maintain a competitive advantage in digital procurement.
• Innovative Leader : A visionary who can foster a positive and inclusive work environment drive team performance and align individual goals with the organizations objectives.

What Youll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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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Required Experience :

Senior Manager

Key Skills

Category Management,Change Management,Sourcing,Procurement,HR Sourcing,Supply Chain Experience,Supplier Management,Management Reporting,E-procurement,Mentoring,negotiation,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1