AI Strategy & Transformation Operations Leader

GE Vernova; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 113,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

12 paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks an Operations Leader for the AI Strategy & Transformation team to drive operational excellence across the function and ensure disciplined execution. You will set cadences, align priorities with the AI Portfolio, and raise effectiveness through scalable processes and templates.

The role partners with the Director to extend reach across portfolio operations, enablement, and program management, safeguarding clear accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred, especially with AI or analytics coursework.
• 7+ years in operational excellence or transformation roles in complex tech/matrix organizations.
• 5+ years in data/analytics with dashboards, trend analysis, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational excellence for GE Vernova Wind AI Strategy & Transformation team.
• Own operating rhythms, standard work, and calendars for the team.
• Lead Kaizen/Lean improvements to remove inefficiencies.
• Serve as Scrum Master for AI Architects; coordinate sprint plans and backlogs.
• Manage cross-functional alignment across Engineering, Digital, Finance, HR and more.
• Define and track KPI delivery, value, and operational health.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Collaboration

Lean, Six Sigma, Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

PMO tooling

Data analytics dashboards

Job description

Job Description Summary

The AI Strategy & Transformation Operations Leader is a staff-level role within GE Vernova's Wind Engineering AI Strategy & Transformation team. Working as the Director's partner in running the organization, this role is accountable for operational excellence across the team, ensuring that the systems, processes, and rhythms needed to run a high-performing AI transformation function are in place, operating efficiently, and continuously improving. Rather than supporting individual roles, the Operations Leader owns how the team operates as a whole: setting the operating cadence, connecting priorities across the AI Portfolio Manager, AI Adoption & Enablement Leader, and AI Architects, and raising the effectiveness of each through disciplined execution. Reporting to the Director, AI Strategy & Transformation, this individual extends the Director's reach across portfolio operations, enablement, stakeholder coordination, and cross-functional program management so the team operates with discipline, consistency, and clear accountability.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Own Operational Excellence for the AI Strategy & Transformation Team
• Owns the operating rhythms and standard work that let the team run with consistency and focus on high-value work.
• Establish and improve standard work for meeting cadences, reporting, intake, and documentation.
• Own the team's operating calendar and leadership agenda with the Director.
• Lead Kaizen and Lean improvements to remove process inefficiencies.
• Build scalable templates, playbooks, and execution frameworks.
• Track team health indicators and capture lessons learned and decision records.

Lead the Monthly Operating Review and Performance Management System

• Lead Wind Engineering's Monthly Operating Review (MOR), from agenda and pre-reads through follow-through.
• Define Key Performance Metrics for delivery, adoption, value, and operational health, with clear owners and targets.
• Manage the AI Bowler, flag off-track items, and drive countermeasures to closure.
• Apply Lean daily management (tiered huddles, visual management, A3) to close gaps quickly.
• Track risks and dependencies, elevate as needed, and evolve the review framework over time.

Serve as Scrum Master for the AI Architects

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coordinate sprint plans and dependencies across AI Architects so that priorities line up with the AI Portfolio.
• Work with the AI Portfolio Manager to keep the backlog groomed, prioritized, and ready for upcoming sprints.
• Remove impediments and shield the team from distractions so they can stay focused on delivery.
• Track velocity, sprint commitments, and delivery metrics, and continuously improve the team's Agile practices.

Connect the Team Across the Organization

• Coordinate AI initiatives across Engineering, Digital, Finance, ARC Foundry, and HR.
• Facilitate cross-functional sessions and track action items and blockers to closure.
• Deliver team communications that build awareness and trust in AI initiatives.
• Maintain an integrated view of priorities and dependencies across AI Architects and engineering leads.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; MBA or advanced degree preferred, particularly with coursework in AI, business analytics, technology strategy, or organizational management.
• 7+ years of experience in operational excellence, business operations, program coordination, or transformation roles within a complex technical or matrixed organization.
• 5+ years of experience with data and analytics, including dashboards, trend analysis, and performance reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to synthesize information into clear insights and leadership-ready recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing materials for senior and executive audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities, maintain accuracy under time pressure, and deliver consistently in ambiguous environments.
• Collaborative working style with experience building relationships across functions and influencing without direct authority.
• Familiarity with AI development concepts including model lifecycle, generative AI applications, or AI governance frameworks.
• Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or continuous improvement methodologies to operational or program management challenges.
• Exposure to change management, technology adoption, or organizational learning principles.
• Experience within industrial, engineering, energy, or manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with portfolio or PMO tooling, executive reporting, or governance documentation.
• Growth mindset, energized by ambiguity, motivated to improve how teams operate, and committed to building systems that scale.

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, color, 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 authorized 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: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. 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 November 09, 2026.

• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling 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.