Cheltenham Supply Chain Leader

2 weeks ago

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom GE Aerospace Full time

Job Description Summary

The Executive Supply Chain Leader is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for the GE Aerospace Facility in Cheltenham (England). This role demands exceptional leadership, technical expertise in manufacturing, and a relentless focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning:

  • Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with company goals, ensuring production capacity and capability to support long-term aerospace programs.
  • Deeply understand the specific aerospace market segments, customer requirements, and industry trends to identify opportunities and manage business risks.

Operational Excellence:

  • Oversee production, quality, supply chain, and maintenance operations in accordance with aerospace industry standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO
  • Ensure on-time delivery, strict quality control, and compliance with complex aerospace certifications and regulations.
  • Implement lean manufacturing, process improvement, and advanced technologies to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
  • Establish and uphold a culture of safety in a complex manufacturing environment.
  • Define short- and long-term vision and execute strategies to meet both customer requirements and business needs: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory, and People.
  • Ensure the site operates in accordance with its externally accredited quality management system, exceeding customer expectations on product quality.
  • Drive rigorous Daily/Weekly/Monthly Management System and Problem Solving ensuring we meet key KPI's across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Inventory, and People.

Financial Accountability:

  • Accountable for the facility's Supply Chain budget, optimizing profitability and operational efficiency within industry contracts and cost structures.
  • Analyze and manage complex costs, including material, labor, overhead, and risks associated with long-lead-time components.

Team Leadership:

  • Attract, develop, and retain a highly skilled workforce, providing mentorship, coaching, and promoting a culture of excellence within demanding specifications.
  • Lead and empower direct reports, fostering a high-performance team driven by accountability.
  • Be a key contributor/approver of the business Tollgate process for NPI and flow products.
  • Partner with the sourcing team to create the optimizing make/buy footprint and inventory management.
  • Build/grow relationships with critical customers partnering with the Program Management team on internal/external reviews.
  • Own Plant and Equipment(P&E) strategy, execution, and adherence to spend.
  • Maintain a positive working relationship with the local Union leadership.
  • To be an active member of the campus leadership team, steering the site, and supporting other functional leaders in achieving excellence.

Customer Focus:

  • Build strong relationships with customers, responding to unique needs and ensuring consistent satisfaction.
  • Oversee on-time delivery and unparalleled quality that exceeds customer specifications.
  • Partner with the Program/Engineering teams early in the NPI process to define manufacturability, test strategies to ensure a successful product launch on-time and on-cost.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, General, etc.), Operations Management, or related field, or equivalent knowledge or experience.
  • Major experience in manufacturing, with progressive leadership roles demonstrating operational excellence and results.
  • Demonstrated success in managing complex aerospace programs, production schedules, and budgets.
  • Extensive knowledge of aerospace quality standards (AS9100, etc.) and industry-specific regulations (FAA, etc.).
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic decision-making skills.
  • Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to build relationships with employees, customers, and stakeholders.

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 Aviation 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.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

  • Performance based annual bonus
  • Non-contributory Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Group income protection
  • Private medical cover
  • Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

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. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS )

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 as may be in place from time to time, it may be that 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. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. )

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes


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