Contract Performance Manager

Contract Performance ManagerAre you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You'll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you'll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the worldAs a Contract Performance Manager, you will have a major impact on GE Aerospace profitability through owning overall contract performance, inclusive of total cost of ownership via safety, quality, on time delivery, unit price, and supplier relationship management. This role is responsible for ownership of contract productivity and overall supplier accountability in the Global Machining & Fabrications Commodity. In this role, you will create and lead operational rhythms with internal and external stakeholders to drive mutually successful outcomes for GE and GE partners. You will provide the necessary support on pre- and post-contractual administration & management, terms & conditions (T&Cs) of the contract, and the management of claims. The role requires cross-functional leadership capability and has autonomy within your respective supply base. Plus, high levels of evaluative judgment and operational acumen are required to achieve outcomes.Roles and responsibilities include:This role sits within the Global Machining & Fabrications CommodityResponsible for maximizing contract performance, while maintaining supplier relationshipsOwnership for the productivity of assigned contracts through cost reduction, cost avoidance, income generation, and working capital savingsOwns management of existing contracts to measure performance of contractual T&Cs against expectations (i.e. bid vs did process), identify gaps or opportunities, and manage cross functional team actions (i.e. cost recovery, terminations, productivity clauses, premiums, etc.) to maximize contractual productivity and performanceAccountable for supplier performance inclusive of safety, compliance, quality, delivery, commercial, readiness and all elements within these areas (i.e. WIP Health, commits, payables, tooling, etc.)Where supplier performance does not meet expectations, responsible to drive cross functional problem solving and structured action plans for improvementLeads cross functional teams to manage supplier relationshipsActs as chief negotiator in significant dealsLeads negotiations among the working team including, but not limited to sourcing colleagues, legal, finance, compliance, engineering, quality, manufacturing operations, product lines, customers, and suppliersLeads and is accountable for business approvals, supply award, and contract authoringOwns supplier relationships by driving business reviews on a regular cadence, with the responsibility to escalation frequency & attendance as defined by standard workAssure timely resolution of supplier issues for assigned contractsFunction as liaison between internal organizations and suppliers for assigned contractsIn partnership with cross-functional teams, interprets internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes, or services. Utilizes understanding of industry trends to inform decision making process.Leads others to find creative solutions within complex contractual landscape with an emphasis on commercial value generation using all available currenciesHas the ability to evaluate quality of information received and questions conflicting data for analysisUses multiple internal and external resources outside of own function to help arrive at a decisionRequired qualifications include:Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or collegeMinimum 5 years of experience in Commercial Operations, Sourcing/ Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Sales, Supply Chain or Contract Management rolesDesired characteristics include:Demonstrated significant commercial leadership, and experienced in negotiating large, complex dealsExperienced in drafting, negotiating, and closing contracts, including business and legal termsActs with humility, seeks perspective of others, and creates an inclusive cultureDelivers with focus on key business objectives, working across large matrixed organizationsLeads with transparency to reach the best mutual outcomes for GE and GE partnersDemonstrated ability in leveraging creative commercial solutions and coaching the team to achieve the sameDemonstrated ability to build strong internal and external relationshipStrong communication skillsStrong interpersonal and leadership skillsDemonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problemsDemonstrated ability to lead programs / projectsAbility to document, plan, market, and execute programsHumble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learnTransparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructivelyFocused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committedLeadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborativeProblem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinkerGE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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. GE Aerospace 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).