Senior Procurement Supplier Management FLIGHT DECK Leader

GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation
Job Description Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Senior Procurement Supplier Management FLIGHT DECK Leader to collaborate closely with our supply base in developing and implementing lean principles to enhance operational capabilities. This role will focus on facilitating and leading improvement activity in partnership with our supplier teams at their locations. The PSM FLIGHT DECK Leader will also help develop and partner with other leaders in the organization in support of the overall FLIGHT DECK transformation, embedding FLIGHT DECK fundamentals into the supplier culture and driving a true continuous improvement mindset.
FLIGHT DECK is out new lean operating model. It is the framework for how we operate to improve efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
Desired Experience:
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.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
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
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Senior Procurement Supplier Management FLIGHT DECK Leader to collaborate closely with our supply base in developing and implementing lean principles to enhance operational capabilities. This role will focus on facilitating and leading improvement activity in partnership with our supplier teams at their locations. The PSM FLIGHT DECK Leader will also help develop and partner with other leaders in the organization in support of the overall FLIGHT DECK transformation, embedding FLIGHT DECK fundamentals into the supplier culture and driving a true continuous improvement mindset.
FLIGHT DECK is out new lean operating model. It is the framework for how we operate to improve efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with suppliers to develop and implement lean manufacturing principles, ensuring alignment with GE Aerospace's SQDC priorities, with Safety as the top priority.
- Lead supplier engagement initiatives to build capabilities in lean practices, including continuous improvement, standard work, and problem-solving techniques.
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions to educate suppliers on lean tools and methodologies, fostering a culture of operational excellence.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process optimization and waste reduction within the supply chain.
- Act as a liaison between GE Aerospace and suppliers to ensure alignment with FLIGHT DECK principles and strategic objectives.
- Drive the adoption of lean tools to support supplier development, capacity and capability building.
- Build supplier relationships and effectively operate as a trusted advisor to key supplier stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulations, promoting a culture of safety across the supply base.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, operations supply chain or related sciences from an accredited university or college
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Manufacturing, Operations and /or Training
- Willing to travel 50% to 75%.
Desired Experience:
- 10+ years of experience in lean leadership roles facilitating kaizen events for value stream mapping, HK planning, 5S, Daily Management, SMED, TPM, Goal Deployment, Pull System, Standard Work, and Visual Management.
- Proven experience in lean manufacturing, supplier development, or operational excellence in shop floor and transactional environments, consulting is a plus.
- Ability to coach the knowledge of lean tools and methodologies, including continuous improvement, standard work, and problem-solving techniques.
- Excellent communication (including public speaking) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong supplier relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.
- Commitment to GE Aerospace's SQDC priorities, with a focus on safety and quality.
- Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
- Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
- Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
- Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
- Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
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.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
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
JOB SUMMARY
Senior Procurement Supplier Management FLIGHT DECK Leader

GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation
Cincinnati
3 days ago
N/A
Full-time
Senior Procurement Supplier Management FLIGHT DECK Leader