Material Planning and Execution Manager

GE Vernova•North Salt Lake, UT

2d•$91,700 - $152,700•Onsite

About The Position

GE Vernova is seeking a Material Planning and Execution Manager to establish and lead materials planning and execution at a new Grid Automation manufacturing facility in the Salt Lake City area. As a member of the site leadership team, this role will build the department and translate customer demand into executable supply plans while advancing the SQDCP framework: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People. The role will support the facility from greenfield commissioning through growth and scale. The manager will establish planning processes, ERP/MRP architecture, inventory strategy, and warehouse operations; align demand with manufacturing capacity; and ensure effective material flow from suppliers to customers. The position also builds and develops a team and partners with Procurement, Engineering, Finance, and Global Operations to address risks and pursue growth opportunities. Continuous improvement includes applying Lean principles, reducing waste, optimizing inventory turns, and supporting digital transformation across planning systems. This is a site-based leadership role in Salt Lake City, Utah, with travel of up to 10% potentially required. The stated U.S. base salary range is $91,700 to $152,700, with geographic differentials potentially applying. The role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment in materials management, production planning, supply chain operations, inventory optimization, or warehouse management.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated success establishing materials, planning, warehouse, and inventory processes in a greenfield or rapidly growing manufacturing operation.
Record of improving material availability, inventory performance, working capital, planning maturity, and operational execution.
Advanced experience with ERP/MRP systems; SAP expertise is highly preferred.
Strong understanding of SIOP (Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning) and ability to balance commercial and operational priorities.
Deep practical knowledge of Lean manufacturing and its application in modern supply chains.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and turn ambiguity into actionable plans.

Responsibilities

Establish planning processes, ERP/MRP architecture, inventory strategy, and warehouse operations for the new facility.
Translate customer demand into executable supply plans and align demand with manufacturing capacity.
Ensure effective material flow from suppliers through manufacturing to customers.
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team, fostering accountability, inclusion, and safety.
Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, Finance, and Global Operations to mitigate risks and pursue growth opportunities.
Apply Lean principles to eliminate waste, optimize inventory turns, and improve planning systems through digital transformation.
Champion the SQDCP framework: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People.
Support the facility from greenfield commissioning through long-term growth and increased production volumes.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription drug coverage
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan with a 401(k) savings opportunity and company matching contributions
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