Lead Sourcing Specialist

Job Description Summary

At GE Aerospace we believe that the world works better when it's moving. Together we are creating a future of aviation where human safety is of the greatest importance.

In our company we have been offering a flexible working model for many years now as to give our employees the possibility to adjust working hours to suit their individual needs. Our employees easily combine their professional and private responsibilities and have time to pursue their passions. No matter what stage of your career you are at, you can count on the support and mentorship of the best experts in the industry.

On GE Aerospace Warsaw campus, we design aircraft engines and develop advanced technologies such as cooling methods for engine components as well as create statistical models and software applications for aviation. We develop all solutions in diverse teams, in which the best experts eagerly share their knowledge. At GE Aerospace we work together to achieve success. What is more, a career at GE Aerospace is not only an opportunity to work in an international environment, but also a chance to gain experience while visiting laboratories, factories and repair shops around the world.

At GE Aerospace we give our employees space for comprehensive development by supporting a variety of employee initiatives and interest groups, including GE Women's Network, PRIDE Alliance, HealthAhead, Early Careers Network, Disability Advocacy Network, Neurodiverse and GE Aerospace Volunteers. Our flexible working model is based on the concept of work-life balance, because at GE Aerospace we believe that people come first in our organization.

We are looking for a Sourcing Specialist to join our new GE Aerospace manufacturing site in Poland, focused on production of turbine components for aircraft engines using precision machining and electrical discharge machining (EDM) technologies.

This role will report directly to the Sourcing Leader.
In the start-up phase of the site, the position will combine responsibilities across Sourcing and Logistics to support the launch of operations and ensure material availability, warehouse control, and smooth inbound/outbound flows. Over time, as the organization grows, the role is expected to transition into a position focused primarily on Sourcing.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring continuity of production by securing direct and indirect materials, consumables, external processes, and other items required for both manufacturing operations and overall site readiness. This person will work with both internal and external suppliers, support supplier identification and selection, and help build a reliable supply base for a new aerospace production facility.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Sourcing

• Manage sourcing and purchasing activities for direct and indirect materials, including raw materials, consumables, external processing, tools, and other items required for production and site operations.
• Ensure timely availability of all materials and services needed to support manufacturing schedules, operational continuity, and site readiness.
• Cooperate with internal suppliers and external vendors to place orders, follow up on deliveries, and resolve supply-related issues.
• Identify, evaluate, and select new suppliers in line with business needs, quality expectations, and delivery requirements.
• Support the process of onboarding new external suppliers, including creation or extension of supplier records in relevant systems and databases.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost, and escalate risks when needed.
• Partner with internal stakeholders such as production, planning, quality, engineering, and finance to align sourcing activities with operational priorities.

Logistics

• Coordinate and execute inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring timely and accurate material flow to and from the site.
• Manage day-to-day warehouse operations, including receipt, storage, issue, and movement of materials.
• Perform goods receipt and material issuing transactions in the warehouse / ERP system with accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor inventory levels and warehouse stock status, identify shortages or replenishment needs, and raise purchase or supply requests as needed.
• Maintain proper material identification, storage conditions, and stock accuracy in line with site standards and operational requirements.
• Support logistics documentation and shipping activities, including packing, dispatch preparation, and coordination with transport providers.
• Contribute to establishing and improving logistics and warehouse processes suitable for a newly launched manufacturing site.

Requirements

• Experience in sourcing, purchasing, supply chain, logistics, or warehouse operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of procurement processes for both direct and indirect materials, as well as supplier coordination and order follow-up.
• Practical experience in warehouse and logistics operations, including stock control, material transactions, and shipment handling.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-changing environment typical of a new plant launch or growing operation.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities across sourcing and logistics activities.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to cooperate across functions and with internal and external suppliers.
• Working knowledge of ERP / warehouse management systems and good command of English.

Benefits

Join us to see your career take flight today.

We offer:

• Flexible work schedule and hybrid work model adjusted to your needs

• Fascinating job in dynamically growing aerospace industry

• Competitive salary, annual bonus, copyright costs tax reduction

• Diverse career opportunities globally

• Environment of continuous learning and improvement

• Onboarding support to make your start easier, mentoring support through your career

• Benefits fit to all lifestyles

• Wide variety of employee initiatives

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