Corporate Lean leader

GE Vernova; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Health Coach and 24/7 nurse support

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company match and Fidelity

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Corporate Lean Leader in the United States to drive continuous improvement across multiple corporate functions. You will partner with senior leadership to develop Lean roadmaps, lead Kaizens, and deliver large-scale SQDC outcomes, fostering a Lean culture and global teamwork.

The role requires extensive experience in lean transformation, strong leadership, and the ability to travel 50%+. The position offers comprehensive benefits and relocation support where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Minimum of 10 years in continuous improvement, project management, operations, or related areas.
• Minimum of 5 years leading global teams.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and manage change.
• Ability and willingness to travel 50%+.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Senior Leadership to translate strategy into goals and operating rhythms.
• Design and implement a Lean Operating System across functions.
• Build organizational capability through coaching on Lean tools and mindset.
• Lead transformation priorities to optimize end-to-end processes.
• Develop, execute, and sustain standard work; optimize monthly rhythms.
• Lead problem-solving using Lean tools to resolve challenges.
• Ensure improvements are sustained and lessons are integrated.
• Support Hoshin Kanri to establish breakthroughs.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Global team leadership

Change management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Corporate Lean Leader drives continuous improvement across multiple functional areas. In this role, you will work closely with Corporate functional leaders to develop and drive Lean roadmaps, lead continuous improvement efforts, Kaizens, and deliver large-scale SQDC outcomes.

The Corporate Lean Leader drives continuous improvement across multiple functional areas. In this role, you will work closely with Corporate functional leaders to develop and drive Lean roadmaps, lead continuous improvement efforts, Kaizens, and deliver large-scale SQDC outcomes.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Partner with Senior Leadership Team to translate strategic vision into objections and goals with an effective operating rhythm
• Design and implement a Lean Operating System integral to how we run our functions for the long-term. This system will include: Lean principles, Hoshin-Kanri, daily management, Kaizen, Lean Roadmap, and complex problem-solving.
• Build organizational capability and culture through coaching/mentoring on Lean mindset, tools, and practices
• Lead business transformation priorities supporting continuous improvement and optimization of end-to-end processes for multiple Corporate Functions (Commercial Operations, Strategy, Financial Services, etc)
• Drive the development, execution, and sustainment of standard work
• Partner with Senior Leadership Team to optimize monthly operating rhythms, ensure daily management, and proactive identification of risk to KPI’s & business outcomes
• Lead problem solving with Lean tools & practices (i.e. fishbone diagrams, problem solving revies, etc.) to resolve complex challenges
• Drive actions to ensure that improvements are sustained and lessons learned are integrated into processes
• Support the Hoshin Kanri process to establish breakthroughs

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in continuous improvement, project management, operations, and/or related experience
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience leading global teams
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and successful change management
• Ability and willingness to travel 50%+

Desired Characteristics

• Prior relevant experience in the Energy industry or experience in complex ETO manufacturing & services environments
• Strong business acumen with demonstrated ability to understand business strategy and develop Lean strategies to deliver business outcomes
• Proven experience with leading Lean activities, applying Lean tools, and building Lean culture
• Strategic thinker – demonstrated ability to anticipate constraints, facilitate breakthroughs, and drive strategic activities that transform the business
• Demonstrated ability to assess complex business problems, assess tradeoffs, and take the right decisions
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects through planning, execution, and sustainment
• Strong cross-functional leadership with demonstrated ability to influence outcomes
• Strong communication skills – proven ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and across functions
• Proven mentoring and coaching abilities; demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $225,000 and $285,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

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 Only

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 07, 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, 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 Executive Services.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off, and the Restoration Plan, a nonqualified plan with company credits on eligible pay above IRS limits.

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.