Procurement Supplier Management FLIGHT DECK Leader

Job Description SummaryThe Procurement Supplier Management FLIGHT DECK Leader will 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.

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.
• Support supplier engagement initiatives to build capabilities in lean practices, including continuous improvement, standard work, and problem-solving techniques.
• Support the facilitation of 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 accredited  college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations supply chain) 
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Manufacturing, Operations and /or Training
• Willing to travel 50% to 75%.

Desired Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in lean leader role supporting 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, operational management on the shop floor and transactional environments.
• Commitment to being coachable and learning the application and facilitation of lean tools and methodologies.
• 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.

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