Commodity Buyer

tor, with proven interpersonal skills.

• Communication with direct colleagues and the business about design and coordination services rendered.

• Provides informal guidance to new team members.

• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations.

• Impacts projects, processes and procedures in own field.

• The role operates with some autonomy, but is focused on execution of activities / provision of advice within an enabling discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures.

• Activities require professional judgment, but may require more senior levels of guidance.

• Utilises technical expertise and judgement to solve problems.

• Leverages technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems.

• May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.

Required Qualifications:

• This role requires advanced experience in the Sourcing & Buying-Procurement.

• Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college certification with relevant experience.

Desired Characteristics:

• Advanced oral and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to analyse and resolve problems.

• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

• Established project management skills.

Lichfield Road manufacturing facility has been originally established in 1903 and has been standing since 1960 as a part of English Electric group, delivering power transformers, that later merged GEC Alsthom and later became ALSTOM, and has been acquired by GE in 2015. Stafford is ideally suited for research and advanced manufacturing with our highly skilled staff and position at the heart of the UK's transport network. GE is proud to be the largest employer in Stafford, with around 1,700 employees across multiple sites.

The transformer facility has been renowned all over the world with its expertise in design, manufacturing, and delivery of HVAC and HVDC transformers world-wide, up to 800kV.

About GE Grid Solutions:

At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work:

At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer:

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No