Sourcing Senior Manager, Clothes Care & Kitchen Clean-up

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? 

At GE Appliances, we’re building the future of home innovation. As the Commodity Sourcing Senior Manager for Clothes Care & Kitchen Clean-Up, you’ll lead sourcing strategies for finished products representing over $400M in annual spend. In this highly visible role, you will shape supplier partnerships, drive cost competitiveness, and ensure long-term supply chain resilience.
You’ll serve as a trusted expert in commodities, market trends, and supplier negotiations—partnering across product management, engineering, fulfillment, and quality to bring innovative products to market on time and on budget.

Position

Sourcing Senior Manager, Clothes Care & Kitchen Clean-up

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership – Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Clothes Care & Kitchen Clean-Up finished goods, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Cost & Performance Accountability – Deliver against all GEA sourcing metrics, including material cost take-out (MCTO), NPI cost targets, and supply performance.
• Supplier Management – Lead supplier relationships, issue RFQs, and negotiate product costs and supply agreements to achieve cost and schedule commitments.
• New Product Introduction (NPI) – Drive sourcing ownership for NPIs from concept through launch, leveraging Lean principles to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Cost-Out Initiatives – Champion cost-reduction projects across finished goods and global programs to meet or exceed cost commitments.
• Capacity & Risk Management – Assess supplier capacity, tooling requirements, and long-term demand readiness.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with program managers to track NPI cost/schedule estimates, resolve supplier-related issues, and represent sourcing in program reviews and change boards.
• Operational Excellence – Lead resolution of supplier issues, manage Business Change Notices, and oversee supplier quality escalations including FCR and concession billbacks.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7+ years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, program management, or commodity management.
• Proven track record in supplier negotiations, international supplier management, and contract execution.
• Experience leading NPIs, product transitions, and managing excess/obsolescence.
• Strong analytical and project management skills with the ability to turn complexity into action.
• Excellent communicator, skilled at building relationships and influencing across functions.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
• Ability to travel 20% domestic and/or international travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six Sigma, Lean, or equivalent certification.
• Global sourcing experience, particularly in sourced products.
• Experience leading global supply chains and cross-functional teams.

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