Job Description SummarySets vision and strategy for airfoils casting commodity in partnership with cross functional stakeholders that captures voice of customer. Identifies present & future supply chain (internal & external) capability, technology, value, & capacity gaps. Understands technical products, customer needs, and supply landscape by analyzing global markets, supplier financial and operational data to identify supply risk and opportunity. Creates a comprehensive competitive advantage by partnering with suppliers to increase capability (operationally & technically) across commodities to ensure progressive stability of the business through delivery and commercial actions including procurement strategies

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Lead commodity Sourcing with accountability over direct/indirect buy, and cost reduction targetsDevelop, communicate and execute supply chain strategies, including supplier selection, supplier development and global supply base management.Influence and partner in the development of qualified suppliers who deliver quality hardware, on time, at cost for the commodity.Monitor supplier quality and delivery performance; escalate issues and drive root cause analysis and corrective action when improvement is requiredDeliver against annual cost out targets and drive results to continually and systematically reduce costs and while ensuring no disruption to service levelsEnsure supplier compliance with regulatory and reputation requirementsExecute Supplier Relationship Management strategies in order to build long-term relationships with suppliers to provide mutual beneficial relationship to drive stable operationsPartner across internal supply chain, product lines, and engineering to proactively mitigate risksPartner with Supplier Quality to drive quality initiatives for SourcingResponsible for people management activities for the organization including recruiting, performance management, compensation, and organizational structureContribute to evaluation of suppliers’ capabilities

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or collegeAt least 8 additional years of experience in Sourcing, Supply Chain Forecasting/Planning, Supply Chain Operations, or Commercial/SalesWillingness and ability to travel 30% of the time

Desired Characteristics

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 thinkerStrong business and commercial acumenExperience with deal creation and executionExperience with customers and/or suppliers. Ability to interface, build relationships, and influence all levels and functions within GE Aerospace.Experience with value creation and negotiationsHorizontal collaboration, networking and working across matrixed organizationsLean and continuous improvement mindset and experienceStrong oral and written communication skills

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 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: Yes