Job Description
Description:
Ā The Purchasing Lean Leader will provide support and coach within the Supply chain focused on suppliers in the development and sustainment of a Materials Management Strategy (roadmap) aligned with the business targets.
Ā You will partner with organizational leadership to drive product and process improvements that deliver lead time and inventory reductions supporting customer delivery.
Ā As the Purchasing Lean Leader you will: Develop and execute the lean roadmap for the materials organization, ensuring alignment and synergy between internal materials planning and external suppliers.
Ā Collaborate with suppliers and buyers to integrate them into the Pull/replenishment systems, fostering seamless supply chain operations and alignment with internal processes.
Ā Facilitate regular communication and feedback loops between the internal factory and external suppliers to ensure consistent application of lean principles.
Ā Own supplier priorities for parts on pull and schedule attainment aligned with business targets.
Ā Responsible for continuous improvement plans for materials lean systems including VSMs.
Ā Coach teams from front line to executives on lean materials systems.
Ā Plan and deliver projects & initiatives aligned to the roadmap.
Ā Accountable for daily management and problem solving to keep team on target.
Requirements:
Ā Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma /GED with at least 10 years of experience in Manufacturing)
Ā Minimum of 5 additional years in Lean and/or Materials
Ā Proven ability to collaborate with external partners and integrate them into existing systems to enhance overall supply chain efficiency.
Ā Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively manage relationships with both internal teams and external suppliers.
Ā Change agent with strong credibility and influence in the organization.
Ā Lean Materials experience including but not limited to: standard work, material presentation, supermarkets, flow, pull, waterspider routes, heijunka, and kanban.
Ā Knowledge of the disciplines of manufacturing and inventory management.
Ā Demonstrated commitment for process improvement.
Ā Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification or equivalent quality certification.
Benefits:
Ā Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage;
Ā access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource;
Ā access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
Ā Retirement benefits include the GE 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 planning consultants.
Ā Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
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