Sr Sourcing Manager - Supplier Quality Engineering

GE Aerospace

270d

About The Position

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You'll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you'll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world! The Sr. Sourcing Manager for Supplier Quality Engineering will drive quality metrics for commodity team, including action plan preparation and implementation. Directs projects and teams for timely resolution of quality escapes, CIDs, SPRs and other key/critical processes within GE Aerospace's Quality Systems. Prepare communications and be active part of the resolution process. Own supplier metrics, actively working with suppliers to close CAPA's and improvements utilizing supplier scorecards. Documenting and driving improvement plans where needed. Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has working knowledge of GE Engineering, Sourcing, Engine Programs and Quality relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, Shop Operations, Materials or Sourcing)
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, Shop Operations, Materials or Sourcing

Nice To Haves

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• Strong knowledge of GE Quality IT systems.
• Strong knowledge of GE Quality Specifications and non-conformance resolution processes.
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.

Responsibilities

• Manage business metrics for owned commodity.
• Partner with Quality Manager of assigned Commodity to provide support to Supplier Quality Engineers (PQEs) and Suppliers to drive metric improvements.
• Mentors and facilitates Team Members for emerging QEMs, and other aspects of Supplier Quality and Quality Manager's roles.
• Utilize problem solving tools to develop and manage action plans to meet key metrics.
• Support complex issues and escapes by leading coordination of resources, preparing communications, creating and closing action items.
• Develop specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline or field.
• Contributes towards strategy and policy development and ensures delivery within area of responsibility.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
• May lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements.
• Uses judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems that impact the function.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace.
• Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan.
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.
• Tuition assistance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time-off for vacation or illness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree