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Director, Sourcing Refrigeration

Director, Sourcing Refrigeration

GE AppliancesLouisville, KY, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director, Sourcing Refrigeration

USA, Louisville, KY

At GE Appliances, 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 are looking for a collaborative and strategic sourcing leader to join our Refrigeration team as Director, Sourcing Refrigeration. In this role, you will be responsible for driving product cost improvements, supporting the successful launch of large-scale new product introductions (NPIs), and leading sourcing strategies for over $700M in direct material spend across three GE Appliances manufacturing sites. This is a high-impact role focused on profitability, margin optimization, supplier performance, and cross-functional collaboration with technology, manufacturing, and product management teams.

How You'll Create Possibilities

Key Responsibilities :

  • Lead and develop the Refrigeration Sourcing team through goal setting, mentoring, coaching, performance management, and career development.
  • Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Product Line Support :

  • Provide strategic oversight of sourcing activities for $700M+ of direct material spend, working closely with Commodity Buying Teams (CBTs).
  • Identify and execute product cost-out opportunities, partnering with internal stakeholders and supplier quality teams.
  • Lead competitive benchmarking and teardowns to identify product and cost optimization opportunities.
  • Guide make vs. buy decisions and support the analysis of bill of material (BOM) cost impacts.
  • Collaborate with other business units to drive sourcing synergy and meet cost-out targets.
  • Support supplier capacity planning, risk mitigation, and long-term supply strategy.
  • Participate in Product Council meetings to align sourcing with product evolution.
  • New Product Introduction (NPI) :

  • Oversee sourcing responsibilities for NPIs, ensuring launches meet or exceed cost and schedule commitments.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on supplier selection, onboarding, and early engagement.
  • Partner with service and technology teams to ensure supply chain readiness at launch.
  • Resolve supplier-related challenges related to cost, delivery, safety, and quality.
  • What You'll Bring to Our Team

    Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 10 years of progressive experience in sourcing, supply chain, program management, or commodity management.
  • Experience leading teams and driving change in a complex organization.
  • Proven ability to build strong partnerships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.
  • Proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
  • Ability to travel 1020%, including internationally.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience leading a sourcing team supporting a product line.
  • Senior-level global sourcing or procurement background with expertise in supplier management and contract negotiation.
  • Strong cross-functional knowledge gained through roles in manufacturing, technology, quality, and product line functions.
  • Experience supporting new product introductions (NPIs) at GE Appliances.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business.
  • 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.

    If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply, please send an e-mail to ask.recruiting@geappliances.com.

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