Sourcing Lean Leader

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In this role you will be responsible for executing and maturing our flange to flange suppliers through lean applications and roadmaps to improve GE’s supply chain. The role is focused on driving change throughout the wing-to-wing supply base to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost ition will drive supplier processes and systemic quality improvements using Lean and Six Sigma tools to improve delivery and quality.

Individual will work with Suppliers, Procurement, Component Engineering and Operations to establish strategic and comprehensive OTD, Quality and sourcing initiatives aligned to the business and meeting customer expectations.

Roles and Responsibilities ul liProvide Supplier with technical expertise in areas such as Process Development, Capacity Planning, Inventory Requirements and Management to meet GE demand and supplier needs. liDrive Value Stream Analysis and Kaizens with key suppliers to enable strategic goals for GE and the supply base.
liDrive process and systemic quality improvements at assigned supplier sites through the use of lean and quality tools and validate improvements through defined measurables to reduce defects and improve OTD. liDrive process and systemic improvements for identified internal processes through the use of lean and quality tools and validate improvements through defined measurables to reduce waste. liWork in conjunction with Supplier Quality and Suppliers in problem solving – leading cross‑functional teams on major issues resolution at Supplier locations.
liPerform analysis (Commodity, Quality Systems, DPPM, DMR) to determine trends along with proposed actions to drive performance improvement. liLead training of internal staff along with other functions on Supplier Lean governance strategy, policy, procedures and work instructions. liPrepare, distribute and communicate periodic Supplier performance status and risk assessments. liWork to actively deploy GE Vernova’s defined Supplier Development Procedures, Processes and work instructions within the region, support process and procedures review along with continuous improvement actions.
liSupport the development & execution of global sourcing strategies for the F2F commodities (Forgings, Airfoils, Structures, Hot Gas Path & Combustion). liSupport the development & execution plans of identified suppliers to meet the demand growth profile while expediting global sourcing strategies for capacity needs in the F2F. liInterface with Business Sourcing Leaders and functional owners to understand business priorities and determine appropriate commodity growth strategies.
/ul Required Qualifications ul liBachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in a technical discipline. liA minimum of 6‑8 years of experience in manufacturing or operations. liProven lean experience by creating roadmaps utilizing lean tools and execution of strategies. li2‑3 years’ experience in materials and/or procurement. liWillingness and ability to travel at least 50 %. liThis is a remote role and you must reside in the U.S. /ul Desired Characteristics ul liMasters in engineering, Supply Chain Management or Business Administration is a plus.
liSix Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt or equivalent Quality certification. liAble to develop a strategy and drive execution and change in a matrixed environment. liEvidence of knowledge of the Quality Sciences – APQP, Problem solving, sampling, statistical analysis, root cause analysis, PDCA. liSome previous leadership experience in management, supervision or project/program leadership. liAbility to read engineering prints and drawings.
liStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word. liStrong interpersonal, communication, presentation and facilitation skills. liStrategic thinker / planner. liStrong quantitative and analytical skills. /ul Pay Transparency pThe base pay range for this position is $108,800 – $181,300 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

This position is also eligible for a 15 % performance bonus.

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