Job Title
Material Supply Leader at GE Aerospace
Job Summary
We are recruiting for a Material Supply Leader to join our Material Fulfilment Leadership team in Cheltenham. This people leadership role manages a team of direct reports responsible for delivery execution across a portfolio of suppliers and has accountability for driving material health into our internal value streams.
Roles and Responsibilities
* Direct people leadership of a team of material fulfilment professionals
* Own ‘Material Health’, which includes availability of product and inventory inputs
* Full understanding and monitoring of ‘Buy Part Coverage’ and ‘Orderbook Alignment’
* Develop and communicate supplier performance and delivery commitments that support the business requirements, working cross functionally within the organisation to solve problems.
* Leads others to find creative solutions to address complex problems that may impact the organisation
* Has the ability to evaluate quality of information received and questions conflicting data for analysis
* Uses multiple internal and external resources outside of own function to help arrive at a decision
* Establish risk mitigation plans and drive accountability through effective action planning
* Ensure involvement, awareness and contribution to sourcing initiatives and strategy
* Ownership of daily team meetings and providing latest operational updates
* Attendance at site escalation and customer reviews
* Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, influence others and lead small teams
* Work with Supplier Development and Commercial Sourcing teams to build on strategic suppliers
* This role will require both UK and global travel
Required Qualifications and Experience
* Significant experience in sourcing & supply chain management
* Proven ability in leading and engaging teams
* Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, influence others and lead small teams
* Degree qualified
Desired Experience and Skills
* Knowledge of Oracle ERP
* Lean/Continuous training and implementation
* Previous people management experience
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple and competing priorities
* Project management skills
Flexible Working
GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work‑life balance.
Total Reward
At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.
* Pension
* Bonus
* Life Assurance
* Group income protection
* Private medical cover
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.
Right to Work
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules, candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post.
Relocation Assistance
No
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing; Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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