Job Description Summary

Job Description

Job Title:Global Inventory Leader Advanced Visualization Solutions
Location:Global (Preferred: North America or Europe)
Reports To:Global Planning Executive - AVS

Role Summary

TheGlobal Inventory Leaderis responsible for leading and optimizing inventory management and process improvements across theAdvanced Visualization Solutions. This strategic role will develop and implement a vision for inventory excellence driving initiatives that improve materials utilization fulfillment and operational efficiency across global sites. Recognized as a subject matter expert the incumbent will influence cross-functional teams and communicate effectively at all levels including senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as theglobal inventory process owneracross the Advanced Visualization SBU ensuring alignment with production plans and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Develop and execute inventory strategies that optimize turns reduce excess and obsolescence and support business growth.
• Coordinate activities across Engineering Sourcing Manufacturing and Regional teams to support on-time delivery and sales execution.
• Ensure clear and proactive communication with regional and modality teams regarding manufacturing fulfillment status and inventory levels.
• Integrate inventory planning with New Product Introductions (NPIs) driving phase-in/phase-out strategies and implementing design-for-fulfillment models.
• Partner with planning and manufacturing leaders to optimize regional inventory and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead SIOP (Sales Inventory & Operations Planning) processes with a focus on inventory health and responsiveness.
• Influence strategy development and policy formulation within the inventory function.
• Stay informed of industry trends and best practices to continuously improve inventory processes and tools.
• Lead or support cross-functional projects to enhance operational efficiency and inventory visibility.

Quality & Compliance Goals

• Comply with all applicable quality manuals policies and regulatory requirements.
• Complete all required Quality & Compliance training within defined timelines.
• Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns taking immediate corrective action as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelors degree in Technology Supply Chain Engineering or related discipline and 8 years of supply chain experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in energizing global teams and managing cross-functional projects.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with ERP systems inventory optimization tools and statistical problem-solving methodologies.
• Proven ability to deliver results in complex ambiguous environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred:

• MBA or Masters degree.
• APICS Certification.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• OMLP (Operations Management Leadership Program) graduate FMP (Financial Management Program) graduate.
• Boundaryless thinker with strong influencing and change management capabilities.

Additional Information

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.