Material Sourcing Lead

GE Healthcare

Responsibilities:

* Develop and execute sourcing strategies for direct and indirect materials, components, and services, aligning with GE Medical Systems Egypt's manufacturing and business objectives.

* Identify, evaluate, and qualify new and existing suppliers, conducting thorough due diligence including financial analysis, quality audits, and capability assessments.

* Negotiate favorable terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers to achieve cost savings and optimize total cost of ownership.

* Manage supplier relationships, monitoring performance against key metrics such as delivery, quality, and cost, and implementing corrective actions as needed.

* Collaborate closely with engineering, production, quality, and R&D teams to understand material requirements, specifications, and new product development needs.

* Monitor market trends, raw material prices, and supply chain risks to proactively identify opportunities and mitigate potential disruptions.

* Ensure compliance with all relevant GE Medical Systems policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to sourcing and procurement.

* Participate in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives in the supply chain and sourcing processes.

* Prepare and present reports on sourcing activities, cost savings, supplier performance, and market insights to management.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

* Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in material sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably within the medical device, automotive, or aerospace industries.

* Proven track record of successful supplier negotiation, cost reduction, and supplier relationship management.

* Strong understanding of supply chain principles, logistics, and inventory management.

* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

* Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).

* Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team

* Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) is required.