Job Description Summary

The Forrester Drive location's Lead Material Inventory & Order Scheduler is a pivotal role responsible for new order scheduling, capacity planning & inventory management for the GEV Forrester site. This position requires leveraging expertise and experience to drive problem solving and strong continuous improvement to achieve both on-time delivery and key inventory objectives.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the inventory management strategy tailored to meet customer requirements while aligning with business inventory targets.
• Establish scheduling KPIs and inventory performance monitoring systems to drive accountability across all internal Materials role functions.
• Collaborate with the finance team to provide periodic inventory analysis and estimates, thereby informing business decisions.
• Implement material input controls and standard processes to mitigate risks associated with stranded/slow-moving inventory
• Define and manage PFEP, including re-order points, safety stock and other materials strategies that balance inventory and fulfillment objectives.
• Develop and monitor capacity planning partnering with planner to enable the creation of achievable schedules and resource plans
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives in scheduling processes to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and adaptability.
• Lead efforts to optimize production schedules, minimize lead times, and maximize resource utilization.
• Foster collaboration with supply chain partners to synchronize schedules for seamless material flow and delivery.
• Provide strategic guidance and support to resolve scheduling conflicts, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and business goals.
• Ensure cycle count program standards are in place and lead physical inventory.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college OR High School Diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum 2 years of materials or inventory experience

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future
• This position is 100% onsite at the GE Vernova Greenville, SC Forrester Drive location

Desired Characteristics

• Proficiency in SAP in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong business and analytical ability
•  Knowledge of the manufacturing process
• Familiarity with materials management disciplines including production and inventory control
•  Ability to manage changing/conflicting priorities and resolve appropriately
• Ability to effectively operate in any organizational structure
•  Working knowledge of spreadsheets, including MS Excel

Pay Transparency

For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay range for this position is $90,400.00 - $120,400.00. 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 a 10% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. ​ This posting is expected to close on August 6, 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, counseling and referral services. 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. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. 

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any