GE HealthCare is hiring a Procurement Supplier Management FLIGHT DECK Leader

GE HealthCare is seeking a Procurement Supplier Management FLIGHT DECK Leader to drive operational excellence within our supply chain. In this role, you will be a catalyst for change, embedding lean fundamentals directly at supplier locations to enhance their capabilities and performance.

What You'll Do

• 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.
• 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, and 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.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, or operations supply chain).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Manufacturing, Operations and/or Training.
• Willingness to travel 50% to 75%.

Nice to Have

• 5+ years of experience in a 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 and operational management on the shop floor and in transactional environments.
• Commitment to being coachable and learning the application and facilitation of lean tools and methodologies.
• Personal attributes of humility (respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn), transparency (shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively), focus (quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed).
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.

Benefits & Compensation

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace.
• Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions.
• Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Tuition assistance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time-off for vacation or illness.

Work Mode

This is a remote position.

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.