2 Technology jobs in Central City

**Job Description Summary**
The Sr. Digital Technology (DT) Sourcing Manager will be responsible for executing the sourcing strategy for the indirect DT commodities (HW, Software, IT Prof Services) for the GE Aerospace business. Negotiate with the dedicated software and technology providers according to specific policies and ensure best in class contractual conditions while ensuring internal customer satisfaction. The candidate has in depth knowledge of best practices and cross functional dependencies.
PLEASE NOTE: Location - Remote/Flexible. Global applicants encouraged to apply.
**Job Description**
**Essential Responsibilities:**
+ Lead challenging negotiations with the software industry and analyzing complicated licensing models (like on-prem, subscriptions, hosted and cloud),
+ Negotiate agreements by executing enterprise license agreements for use of software & professional services for application services within GE Aviation globally any range of suppliers,
+ Create and deliver commercial, financial, and business objectives as related to technology goods and services such as managed software services/cloud contracts across the business group to support the decision-making process,
+ Lead sourcing processes in a matrixed environment including RFI/RFP's and single source negotiations or renegotiations,
+ Develop and implementing short- and long-term strategies for GE Aviation in regard suppliers, pricing models & cost out initiatives,
+ Identify cost out initiatives and influence stakeholders to implement them,
+ Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders (stakeholder management) both at the senior and C-level executives to be able to understand the environment and support stakeholders in driving business outcomes,
+ Develop and maintain strong relationship within the largest software companies and other vendors to drive the required negotiations,
+ Liaise with Corporate and Business Unit sourcing teams on cross company initiatives to set realistic but challenging operations goals and objectives.
+ Develop sourcing plans to integrate Business needs into a global commodity team including benchmarking suppliers, contracts, and services and evaluating various Business Unit level requirements, existing opportunities, or new initiatives. This includes setting sourcing strategies and executing those strategies to deliver material improvements on quality, price, and service.
+ Collaborate with appropriate finance, compliance, and legal subject matter experts.
+ Execute and support buying functions and requirements and participate in the buy desk activities
**Qualifications/ Requirements:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business or Software Engineering from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years (specific) experience + minimum of 5 years Software, Sourcing experience
**Desired Characteristics:**
+ 6+ years of Digital Technology Sourcing experience
+ Strong experience in software licensing in working with financial information as a means of decision making, pricing comparisons & benchmarking
+ Strong experience in sourcing negotiating at the highest levels of a supplier
+ Knowledge of information technologies and services, specifically cloud services and software as a service license models
+ Ability to influence and motivate cross functional teams to deliver and implement cost out initiatives despite obstacles
+ Drive to execute under extreme deadline pressures and with multiple priorities Ability to cope with multiple complex situations daily
+ Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.
+ Ability to work with minimum supervision in the cross-cultural environment across different geographic area
+ Strong business acumen
+ Strong customer service mindset
+ Independent thinker with the proven history of shifting paradigms
+ Aggressive in execution and undaunted by challenges
+ Flexible schedule to accommodate global time zones
+ Controllership and compliance mindset (transactional and process integrity)
+ Excellent time management, prioritization skills
The base pay range for this position is $126,700.00 - $169,100.00. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of the base salary/commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on. The base pay range for this position is. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of the base salary/commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on October 10, 2025.
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
**Additional Information**
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
GE Aerospace 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.