Materials Leader - Gas Value Stream Component Manufacturing in Bangor

The Materials Manager will lead an organization focused on the strategy, execution and continuous improvement of wing-to-wing materials processes. They will partner with the value stream leaders to develop a customer focused environment that maximises on-time delivery while minimising inventory. This role will be responsible for the Component sites in the Gas Value Stream including Metem, Bangor, and Forrester.

Lead a materials team in materials planning, inventory, production control and procurement requirements, demonstrating strong integration with manufacturing operations teams and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Ensure that standard materials processes and standard KPIs are used to provide the best delivery with the lowest inventory cost for the assigned value stream (Lean).
• Support the SIOP process: contribute to material procurement timing, order release timing requirements, available capacity, & lead-times.
• Lead capacity requirements planning (CRP) processes by ensuring the gathering & loading information into planning tools, analysing data, and providing regular updates.
• Ensure that the master schedule and production schedules are synchronised using ERP and other planning tools.
• Ensure that training and skills necessary to use planning tools are provided and tools are monitored for appropriate use.
• Report and monitor materials related KPIs: inventory balance, inventory turns, on time to promise, on time to need, system health & usage, master data adherence.
• Establish the use of key metrics in a metric hierarchy to ensure all materials related activities are meeting expectations.
• Lead and monitor all the logistics activities such as incoming receipts, days to stock, inventory accuracy (cycle counts), and shortages.
• Demonstrate leadership in communicating business goals/programs/processes for an area or business segment.
• Use experience and expertise to solve problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing / supply chain.
• 2+ years of experience specifically in material planning / scheduling function.
• Proven capability with materials management disciplines including S&OP.
• 15% travel domestically and internationally.

Desired Characteristics

• Ability to lead, manage and communicate with all levels of the business.
• Inclusive leadership style, proven ability to build a connection with the team.
• APICS certifications (CPIM and/or CSCP).
• Global experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to use lean tools for continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, act independently, and use sound judgment.
• Ability to successfully motivate and maintain high integrity, employee involvement, safety and teamwork.
• Change agent with energy, passion and enthusiasm.
• ERP [SAP(PMx)] experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of the manufacturing processes.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorised to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No.

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $144,000.00 and $240,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 14, 2026.

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

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs. GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.