Manufacturing Specialist 1 - Material Plan & Execution
About The Position
Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials from suppliers and within departments according to production schedules. Plan and schedule material and production needs. The role impacts departmental operations and is responsible for planning and execution. It has some autonomy but focuses on executing activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required, typically with guidance. The position manages master planning, material processes, and systems; supports alignment with production plans and KPIs; tracks and expedites orders; uses the Material Resource Planning system; resolves purchase-order and invoice discrepancies; and coordinates offshore shipments and delivery issues. It evaluates demand, investigates irregularities, optimizes inventory, and supports process improvements. The role works with business leadership and cross-functional teams, communicates project approaches, and presents research outcomes. GE Vernova describes its work environment as offering professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. The role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. The U.S. pay range is $81,700 to $136,700, with geographic differentials potentially applying. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; health coaching and an Employee Assistance Program; retirement savings and company contributions; tuition and adoption assistance; paid parental leave; disability benefits; life insurance; 12 paid holidays; and permissive time off. Relocation assistance is not provided.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field from an accredited university or college.
- At least 5 years of manufacturing and/or supply chain experience.
Nice To Haves
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
- Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
- Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
- Effective problem-identification and solution skills.
- Proven analytical and organizational ability.
- Very strong experience with Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with SAP.
Responsibilities
- Manage master planning, material processes, and systems.
- Ensure operational alignment with the production plan and KPIs.
- Develop new solutions under guidance, in a team setting, or based on organizational precedents.
- Track and expedite orders to meet delivery schedules and resolve part shortages.
- Use the Material Resource Planning system to respond to recommendations and requirements in a timely and accurate manner.
- Support supplier payment by resolving discrepancies between purchase orders and supplier invoices.
- Facilitate offshore shipments using approved freight forwarders; track incoming offshore material and address customs and delivery delays.
- Evaluate demand validity, investigate irregularities, and resolve them.
- Optimize inventory and drive process improvements.
- Work with business leadership at SPB and EB levels.
- Specify needs, communicate project approaches, and present research outcomes.
- Work on cross-functional teams and, as applicable, lead analytical and design activities using proven technologies and established methods.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
- Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
- GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity, company matching contributions, and company retirement contributions.
- Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
- Tuition assistance.
- Adoption assistance.
- Paid parental leave.
- Disability benefits.
- Life insurance.
- 12 paid holidays.
- Permissive time off.
- Discretionary annual bonus.
- Professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
