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Job Description Summary

The Senior Sourcing Lean Leader is responsible to drive operational excellence across the Blade Center of Excellence (CoE). This role is responsible to lead the development and execution of supply chain lean strategy to improve quality and output performance across the Blade CoE supply base. You will achieve tangible business outcome through the applicable of lean principles at tier 1 and tier 2 suppliers.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

+ Develop a winning lean vision and strategy across the Blade CoE supply base, including external blade manufacturers and raw materials which are purchased for internal blade manufacturing

+ Drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, supplier lead-time, on-time delivery and product cost. Support suppliers in developing value stream maps and eliminating process waste through the application & implementation of lean techniques

+ Deploy & operationalize Lean/MOREWIND broadly across the COE, thereby reducing waste and driving efficiencies

+ Collaborate with the cross functional blade team to prioritize projects focused on critical business KPIs

+ Partner with key stakeholders including engineering, sourcing quality, blade commodity staff managers, product line, and projects team to assess business needs and define projects

+ Communicate difficult concepts and use high level of judgment to make decisions and handle complex tasks or problems

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.

+ Minimum 10 years of experience in Supply Chain, Commodity Management, or Product Management.

+ Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, estimated at 50%.

Desired Characteristics

+ Demonstrated commitment for process improvement Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification or equivalent Lean certification

+ Strong oral and written communication skills

+ Demonstrated ability to work with suppliers to deliver successful outcomes for internal stakeholders and the customer

+ Able to navigate complexity, develop clear actions, and drive impact

+ Demonstrated ability to influence others, drive change, and align teams to success

+ Ability to work cross functionally to drive results

+ Change agent with strong credibility and influence in the organization

Roles and Responsibilities

+ Develop a winning lean vision and strategy across the Blade CoE supply base, including external blade manufacturers and raw materials which are purchased for internal blade manufacturing

+ Drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, supplier lead-time, on-time delivery and product cost. Support suppliers in developing value stream maps and eliminating process waste through the application & implementation of lean techniques

+ Deploy & operationalize Lean/MOREWIND broadly across the COE, thereby reducing waste and driving efficiencies

+ Collaborate with the cross functional blade team to prioritize projects focused on critical business KPIs

+ Partner with key stakeholders including engineering, sourcing quality, blade commodity staff managers, product line, and projects team to assess business needs and define projects

+ Communicate difficult concepts and use high level of judgment to make decisions and handle complex tasks or problems

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.

+ Minimum 10 years of experience in Supply Chain, Commodity Management, or Product Management.

+ Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, as required, estimated at 20% for negotiation with suppliers, supply chain risk mitigation, and identifying additional supply opportunities.

Desired Characteristics

+ Demonstrated commitment for process improvement Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification or equivalent Lean certification

+ Strong oral and written communication skills

+ Demonstrated ability to work with suppliers to deliver successful outcomes for internal stakeholders and the customer

+ Able to navigate complexity, develop clear actions, and drive impact

+ Demonstrated ability to influence others, drive change, and align teams to success

+ Ability to work cross functionally to drive results

+ Change agent with strong credibility and influence in the organization

FOR US ONLY: The base pay range for this position is $125,000.00 - $208,300.00 USD Annuall. 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 variable incentive compensation of 15%.

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their 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.

_This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government._

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . 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 Vernova 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:** Yes

GE Vernova 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.