Composites NPI Commercial Leader

Composites New Product Introduction (NPI) Commercial Leader

The Composites New Product Introduction (NPI) Commercial Leader will serve as the primary procurement focal for all next-generation engine composite development activity along with acting as a lead for any new suppliers and emerging technologies prior to parts transitioning to a production environment. This role will work across the business (Procurement and Supplier Management, Engineering, Product Lines, Program Management, etc.) to ensure that all development activity is aligned to the Composites Commodity's long-term strategy.

Roles and Responsibilities

Strategy Alignment and Deployment :

• Drive early supplier, engineering, and product line engagement into GE's NPI process to ensure strategic alignment into upstream activities and new technology development.
• Understand and contribute to the growth of the Composites Commodity's strategy.
• Ensure that the approach to next-generation engines is in line with the commodity's strategy.
• Assist in the development and management of the commodity's supplier capability matrix to aid in future supplier selection activities.
• Assist in collaborating with the Composite Part Family organization in the development and execution of Make vs. Buy decisions for future composites hardware.

Supplier Management :

Additional Areas of Focus :

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Commercial Operations, Sourcing / Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Sales, Supply Chain, or Contract Management roles) + Minimum 4 years of experience in Commercial Operations, Sourcing / Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Sales, Supply Chain, or Contract Management role.

Desired Characteristics

Strong knowledge of composites processing, materials, and market dynamics. Experience negotiating contracts with external suppliers. Experience managing commercial relationships with external suppliers. Experience with self-identifying business needs and creating priorities aligned to those needs. Humility : respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn. Transparent : shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively. Focused : quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed. Leadership ability : strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative. Problem solver : analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker. Demonstrated ability in leveraging creative commercial solutions to solve problems. Demonstrated ability to operate in ambiguous or rapidly changing environments. Experience with military procurement policies and processes. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to energize, develop and build rapport at all levels within an organization.

The base pay range for this position is 108,400.00 - 144,500.00 US Dollars. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidates experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary / commission based on the plan. GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. GE Aerospace 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.