Job Description SummaryThe Supplier Continuity Leader will develop, scale, and monitor GE Aerospace systems and resources to identify external events that could disrupt a supplier’s operations (e.g., geopolitical conflicts, severe weather). This role establishes and updates standard operating procedures for event monitoring and response, developing KPIs to measure program impact, and facilitates engagement of cross-functional teams to support affected suppliers.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Leverage internal (e.g., GE Aerospace incident monitoring services) and external resources to monitor for external events that can impact supplier operationsEstablish and update standard operating procedures to monitor events, initiate responses, and measure the impact of supplier support deployed by GE AerospaceExpand the external event monitoring tool to the entire GE Aerospace supply baseDevelop KPIs to track impact and value gained by providing support to affected suppliers (e.g., delivery delays, recovery time, site down time)Organize the development process with other GE Aerospace elements (e.g., Product Lines, supplier partnership teams, contract managers, and integrated manufacturing teams) for supplier response plansLead cross-functional teams through supplier event response – including team formation, event investigation, action planning, managing execution & driving accountability across the organizationDesign and execute the plan to evaluate suppliers’ business continuity plans, identify potential risks, and provide feedback for improvementUtilize in-depth knowledge of aerospace supply chain networks to anticipate how disruptions to suppliers can result in delivery impacts and develop creative solutions to mitigate that impact

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or related supply chain rolesA minimum of 5 years additional experience in sourcing, procurement, or related supply chain roles

Desired Characteristics

Experience with event monitoring systems and incident response protocolsSkilled in developing and applying KPIs to measure program effectivenessStrong cross-functional coordination abilityIn-depth understanding of aerospace supplier networks, interdependencies, and risk pointsAbility to design and update standard operating proceduresStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to collaborate and communicate at all levels of the organizationAbility to operate autonomously with a high level of personal accountability to deliver resultsStrong analytical skills for interpreting data, identifying trends, and drawing actionable insightsStrong quantitative understanding to effectively verify tool functionality and accuracyDemonstrated ability to lead projects – develop, plan, manage, and execute for resultsLean/Continuous Improvement mindset with experience leading change projectsExperience in procurement and/or sourcing organizations a plusDemonstrated strength in GE Aerospace leadership behaviors: Respect for People, Continuous Improvement, and Customer Focus

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 U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (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), employment 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: Yes

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