Job Description Summary

The Aero Balance of Plant (BOP) Team Leader is responsible for leading all project procurement activities from Inquiry-to-Order (ITO) through Order-to-Remittance (OTR) for Aero-related projects. This role manages a global team of Project Procurement Managers (PPMs), providing daily operational guidance to ensure the on-time and on-budget execution of complex BOP scopes. The Team Leader drives cost efficiency, supplier performance, and delivery excellence, while ensuring alignment with the operational plan (OP) and strategic improvement initiative (SII) commitments.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Performance Management

• Lead and develop the global BOP procurement team, including both direct and contracted (TCOE) resources.
• Define, monitor, and deliver against key team KPIs, including on-time delivery, ITO budget accuracy, cost-out performance, NCR reduction, accounts payable issue resolution, and supply chain continuity.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to build a high-performing and accountable team.
• Conduct mid-year and year-end performance evaluations.

Project Procurement & Strategy

• Oversee onshore and offshore procurement activities in collaboration with PPMs.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of ITO budgeting and financial planning.
• Collaborate with GCL and PPMs to identify and qualify new suppliers within the BOP scope.
• Review and support the development of Engineering Procurement Plans (EPPs) and project-specific sourcing strategies.
• Work closely with the Project Engineering Manager (PEM) and Project Manager (PM) to align purchasing strategies and sourcing concepts.
• Validate and manage project budgets with the Project Finance Manager, resolving any allocation discrepancies.
• Support PPMs in large commercial negotiations and competitive bidding processes in compliance with GE Vernova sourcing policies.

Execution & Compliance

• Track and report KPI performance, ensuring adherence to contractual, documentation, and delivery requirements.
• Oversee supplier quality and expediting processes to maintain performance visibility and control.
• Ensure timely and accurate purchase order issuance within approved budgets.
• Deliver SII and OP financial commitments and maintain updated forecasts in collaboration with supporting functions.
• Partner with Contract Management to ensure vendor recovery, issue resolution, and risk mitigation.
• Promote Lean principles and actively lead cross-functional Kaizen initiatives to drive process improvement.
• Ensure compliance with GE Vernova’s quality, EHS, and integrity standards across all BOP procurement activities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-Time Delivery (OTD): Achievement of project milestone delivery targets.
• Cost-Out: Delivery of savings and cost reductions versus project budget.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years experience in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, or project management.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proven leadership skills with a track record of driving accountability and results.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or completion of a GE Vernova functional development program.
• Strong business, commercial, and financial acumen.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Strategic mindset with strong execution and problem-solving skills.
• Experience leading cross-regional or cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.

The base pay range for this position is $125K-$180K. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on 11/20/2025, or thereafter. 

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, couns