Job Description Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Sourcing Fulfilment Manager, based at our Dowty Propeller site in Gloucester.Reporting to our Senior Material Delivery Leader, this role is the first point of escalation for our suppliers order fulfillment. Primarily using data analysis of our suppliers commitments to identify and mitigate immediate risk to our operation, working alongside planning and materials fulfilment, you will ensure we can meet our production plan.
In addition, the Sourcing Fulfilment Manager will be the first point of escalation for the Sourcing Fulfilment team if there are supply issues & will support & own short-term recovery plans as well as long-term strategic projects, in conjunction with the purchasing Commodity Managers.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- You will own the immediate 13 week material window to ensure manufacturing Clear to Build (CTB) is not impacted by supplier shortages.
- Working cross functionally with the Sourcing, Materials and Operations leaders this role will focus on giving clear material commitments to meet planned business output.
- Analyse and report on multiple suppliers commitments and performance inline with the business standard operating rhythm identifying upcoming material shortages.
- Proactively highlight supplier delivery issues that could impact business goals and work collaboratively across the business to resolve/mitigate both tactical and strategic risks.
- Drive CTB (Clear to Build) to achieve site Goals and objectives through Sourcing Material Coverage Analysis (MCA)
- Provide support to the Sourcing Fulfilment Specialists if there are supply issues, assisting with short-term recovery plans as well as owning long-term strategic projects.
- Manage & resolve escalations from within the business whilst providing timely, clear updates to internal stake holders.
- Able to escalate issues to Material Delivery Lead concisely with current status & required actions in mind.
- Liaise with business leadership for 13 week MHV (Material Health View), being able to decipher shortages & those with the highest impact to the business.
- Liaise with Material Delivery Leader to agree suppliers to be escalated to Supplier Quality and Sourcing Leadership
- Liaise with Commodity Managers to support potential strategic supplier transitions, supplier exits or entry into new suppliers for Delivery, Quality & Cost benefits.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Demonstrated relevant experience in a Sourcing / Fulfilment role within aviation or a similar industry
- Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, leadership and negotiation skills and be confident presenting to all levels
- Strong demonstrated ability to process, analyse and present data in multiple formats
- Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally & be able to influence others and lead small project teams
- Ability to identify and implement best practices, procedures and systems
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Time Management skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment whilst receiving multiple and competing priorities
- Strong customer mind set
Desired Experience
- Additional experience within Quality and/or Operations.
- Knowledge of Syteline and/or Oracle ERP
- Ability to mentor, train and develop better processes & people
Flexible Working
GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.
Total Reward
At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.
As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;
- Non-contributory Pension
- Life Assurance
- Group income protection
- Private medical cover
- Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS
Right to Work
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
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Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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