Materials Manager - Fields, Rotors, & Repairs COE

GE Vernova; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Materials Manager within the Fields & Rotors COE to lead the materials organization, optimize wing-to-wing processes, and partner with operations to ensure on-time delivery while reducing inventory.

You will oversee materials planning, procurement, production control and logistics, implement LEAN practices, monitor KPIs, and drive SIOP/SOE alignment using ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or technical field from an accredited university with 5+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• High School Diploma/ GED with 9+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• SAP experience in a manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of materials personnel in materials planning, procurement requirements, production control and inventory control
• Ensure standard materials processes and KPIs are used to optimize delivery and minimize inventory cost
• Implement LEAN material practices and standards
• Support SIOP & SOE processes: input on procurement timing, release requirements, capacity and lead-times
• Lead capacity requirements planning by gathering data and updating planning tools
• Synchronize master and production schedules using ERP (PMx) and train users
• Monitor and report COE materials KPIs: on time to promise/need, system health, inventory turns
• Oversee logistics activities: incoming receipts, stock days, cycle counts, shortages
• Communicate business goals and drive problem solving within the team

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Change management

Team motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or technical field

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Fields & Rotors COE materials manager will be responsible for leading the materials organization focused on the execution of wing-to-wing materials processes and continuous improvement. This role will partner closely with operations to execute on-time delivery objectives while implementing materials strategies to reduce inventory and improve material flow.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of materials personnel in materials planning, procurement requirements, production control and inventory control, demonstrating strong integration with manufacturing operations teams and cross-functional stakeholders
• Ensures that standard materials processes and standard KPIs are used to provide the best delivery with the lowest inventory cost for the assigned area
• Implement LEAN material practices and standards
• Support the SIOP & S&OE processes: contribute to material procurement timing, order release requirements, available capacity, & lead-times
• Lead capacity requirements planning (CRP) processes by gathering & loading information into planning tools, analyzing data, and providing regular updates
• Ensure that the master schedule and production schedules are synchronized using ERP (PMx) and other tools. Ensure that training and skills necessary to use planning tools are provided and tools are monitored for appropriate use.
• Report and monitor COE materials-related KPIs: on time to promise, on time to need, system health & usage, master data adherence, inventory balance, and inventory turns.
• Lead and monitor all the logistics activities such as incoming receipts, days to stock, inventory accuracy (cycle counts), and shortages
• Demonstrates leadership in communicating business goals/programs/processes for an area or business segment. Uses experience and expertise to solve problems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or technical field from an accredited university with 5+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• High School Diploma/ GED with 9+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• SAP experience in a manufacturing environment

Desired Characteristics

• Ability to lead, manage and communicate with all levels of the business
• Inclusive leadership style, proven ability to build a connection with the team through personal involvement and trust
• Knowledge of the disciplines of supply chain management, such as production and inventory control, variable cost productivity, fulfillment metrics, cost systems, and procedures
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, act independently, and use sound judgment
• Ability to successfully motivate and maintain high integrity, employee involvement, safety and teamwork
• Change agent with energy, passion and enthusiasm to drive change

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 $104,600.00 and $174,400.00. 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 September 12, 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 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