Regional Supplier Quality Leader – Configured Systems

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead, mentor, and cultivate a team of approximately 20+ professionals across SQE, SQI, and technical leadership roles.

• Oversee 4–5 direct reports who manage sub-teams.

• Foster leadership development and promote an inclusive, psychologically safe team environment.

• Ensure effective cross-functional communication and alignment within a globally distributed team.

• Take ownership of the complete supplier quality process from supplier approval and qualification to purchase order execution, inspections, problem resolution, and shipment release.

• Supervise supplier quality across MSD, BoP, and HRSG supply chains in the AMERICAS region.

• Collaborate with Sourcing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Project Management to guarantee timely delivery, budget adherence, and first-time-right product quality.

• Identify and spearhead supplier quality development initiatives with Global Supplier Quality and Strategic Sourcing leaders.

• Drive enhancements for CoPQ targets, on-time delivery, cost reduction/savings goals, and Gas Power SQ KPIs.

• Oversee Root Cause Analysis for supplier non-conformances, ensuring the implementation and sustainability of preventative actions.

• Lead qualification, development, and surveillance audits across the AMERICAS supply base.

• Ensure adherence to supplier approval and product qualification management system protocols.

• Manage Supplier Deviation Requests, Non-Conformance Reports, and RCAs related to complex quality issues.

• Implement Lean programs with suppliers and oversee budgets for personnel and projects.

• Own SRG metrics and audits for designated suppliers.

• Occasionally serve as a deputy for SQEs during coverage gaps, including Factory Acceptance Tests, Pre-Shipment Inspections, and supplier surveillance audits.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or Quality Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited institution.

• Significant experience in supplier quality, supply chain operations, or project management.

• Proven leadership experience managing multi-layered teams.

• Experience in the Power industry, with knowledge of MSD, BoP, and/or HRSG product scopes.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and quality standards.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%, sometimes on short notice.

• Proficiency in English.

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and facilitation abilities.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Capability to work in a cross-functional matrix environment with global team dynamics.

• Commitment to safety, compliance, quality, and Lean principles.

• Proficient in Six Sigma DMAIC, 8D, or other Root Cause Analysis methodologies.

• Working knowledge of casting, forging, welding, heat treatment, coating, machining, and NDT manufacturing processes.

• Familiarity with EN, ASTM, ASME, and API standards.

• Lead auditor experience and/or certification is advantageous.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• No visa sponsorship available.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.

• Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

• Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and retirement contributions.

• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits.

• Life insurance.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Flexible time off.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Remote-friendly flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States.