Lean Leader Materials Manufacturing
Job Description Summary
• Own the lean materials roadmap
Redesign material delivery processes
Architect and implement Pull/Kanban systems
- setting replenishment logic, sizing supermarkets, and configuring signals within the SAP/ERP environment
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Drive daily management routines
Lead tactical improvement initiatives
Coach and develop
Create synergy between materials planning and operations
- this role is a critical integration point, not a purchasing function
- Execute the site's lean materials strategy, focusing specifically on increasing inventory turns and reducing line-side waste.
- Drive the redesign of material delivery processes using Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to identify and eliminate non-value-added steps from the dock to the point of use.
- Architect and implement end-to-end Pull/Kanban systems. You will be responsible for setting the logic, sizing the supermarkets, and managing the replenishment signals within our ERP/SAP environment.
- Lead daily management routines for materials. You will be the point person for solving material flow bottlenecks and ensuring schedule attainment through standard work.
- Plan and deliver tactical initiatives, including warehouse layout optimization, water-spider route implementation, and Heijunka (level loading) of material deliveries.
- Provide hands-on coaching to warehouse staff and planners on lean material disciplines, ensuring that new processes are standardized and sustained.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field (OR High School Diploma/GED with 10+ years of manufacturing experience).
- Minimum of 5 years of dedicated experience in Lean Materials Management or high-volume In-Plant Logistics.
- Hands-on proficiency in SAP/ERP systems, specifically regarding material master data, inventory logic, and replenishment settings.
• • Exposure to or experience in a supply chain environment supporting precision-machined components
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
(or equivalent), with demonstrated application to supply chain or material flow projects
- Strong understanding of inventory control strategies and the relationship between material velocity and operational cost
- Experience influencing cross-functional teams - this role requires the ability to bring warehouse, planning, and production stakeholders into alignment without direct authority
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $104,600.00 and $174,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 12, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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