Materials Leader: Inventory, Planning & Supply Chain

GE Vernova; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 91,400 - 152,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance Provided

Comprehensive Benefits including Med,

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

GE Vernova in Pensacola, FL, seeks a Materials Leader to oversee end-to-end materials management—planning, procurement, inventory control and logistics—to ensure on-time production and optimized inventory.

You will lead a materials planning team, partner with operations and suppliers, drive lean improvements, and ensure compliance with EHS and quality standards. This role reports to the NAM Remanufacturing Leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in materials management, inventory control, or logistics.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and Lean/Six Sigma experience.

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management: Lead cycle counting programs, maintain 99%+ inventory accuracy, and implement strategies to minimize obsolete or slow-moving stock.
• Production Planning: Partner with operations teams to align material availability with production schedules, ensuring on-time delivery for customer orders.
• Supplier Engagement: Manage key supplier relationships, negotiate lead times, and resolve supply chain bottlenecks.
• Process Improvement: Drive lean initiatives to optimize warehouse space, improve material handling efficiency, and reduce lead times through digitalization or process redesign.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and manage a team of material planners, warehouse staff, or logistics coordinators, fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all material handling and storage activities adhere to environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations and corporate quality standards.
• One Team: Work directly with various stakeholders and department owners to troubleshoot and problem solve daily issues with specific corrective and preventative measures in place.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Job description

GE Vernova in Pensacola, FL, seeks a Materials Leader to oversee end-to-end materials management—planning, procurement, inventory control and logistics—to ensure on-time production and optimized inventory.

You will lead a materials planning team, partner with operations and suppliers, drive lean improvements, and ensure compliance with EHS and quality standards. This role reports to the NAM Remanufacturing Leader.