Services Specialist - Materials Management

GE Vernova•Schenectady, NY

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Aero Services Materials Planner is responsible for material planning and inventory metrics for aero parts services. They will monitor the results of changes to the inventory plan/forecast and recommend modifications as well as plan for prevention of excess inventory and "stock outs". They will be diligent in supplier follow up to have the most up-to-date information regarding part availability. This role reports to the Aero Services Materials Manager and will collaborate to ensure that the stocking levels are optimal for business success. They will work with all levels of personnel in resolving issues, tracking material availability, and advising on material usage. This person will act as a resource for colleagues with less experience and may lead small projects. They will work with customers internally to identify new opportunities to create and improve our standard processes. They will work closely with the sourcing team and participate in supplier meetings. They will work with warehousing and the quality team to resolve discrepancies identified during the receiving process. The role will assist with the implementation of some new ERP capabilities. There will occasionally be after-hours requirements to support emergency priority orders to support critical customer demands.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college plus a minimum of 5-years relevant experience in Material Planning, Supply Chain, Procurement and /or similar functions
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
Established project management skills

Responsibilities

Create supply for all demand signals
Perform purchase order follow up with suppliers to confirm expected dates
Coordinate expedite efforts for material shortages
Monitor material ordering data for efficiency
Key team member in training and implementation of new ERP capability
May have some autonomy to make decisions within a defined framework.
Resolves issues in situations that require good judgment within established procedures.
Consults more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.
Collaborate with teams cross functionally (ie sourcing, quality, warehousing, etc)
Develops strong supplier relationships and serves as the interface between the supplier and GEV.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
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
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off