
Business Operations Leader – AI & Automation Programs
GE Vernova
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $157,900 - $263,100 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Lead the development and execution of the Gas Power Business Operations AI & Automation strategy, aligned with enterprise priorities
- Translate business priorities into a clear roadmap of high-value AI and automation initiatives, balancing near-term impact and long-term capability building
- Serve as the primary AI & Automation leader and ambassador across gas Power Business Operations
- Serve as the single point of contact for AI & Automation within Gas Power Business Operations
- Own end-to-end delivery of AI and automation programs using a structured tollgate process, with accountability for results
- Develop and maintain standard work for AI and automation program management, including intake, prioritization, execution, and benefits tracking
- Ensure solutions are designed for scale, reuse, and long-term sustainability across Gas Power
- Drive initiatives that deliver clear, measurable outcomes (productivity, cost, quality, safety, cycle time)
- Partner with Business Operations and functional leaders to identify, size, and prioritize AI and automation opportunities
- Track and communicate progress and value realization using standard metrics
- Lead change management to ensure adoption and sustained use of AI and automation solutions
- Act as the AI ambassador for Kaizen and continuous improvement efforts, embedding digital thinking into standard work, partnering with the enterprise AI ambassador program to enable representation in relevant kaizens and problem solving
- Build awareness and capability through engagement, communication, and enablement
- Ensure AI and automation initiatives comply with enterprise AI governance, data, cybersecurity, and risk requirements
- Partner with Enterprise Digital, IT, Legal, and Compliance teams to apply responsible AI practices
- Balance speed and innovation with appropriate controls and standards
- Align cross-functional stakeholders across Business Operations, Digital, IT, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, and Engineering
- Influence leaders and teams in a matrixed environment, driving alignment and execution without direct authority
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
- 10+ years of demonstrated experience leading enterprise or cross-functional programs in EHQ / Quality / Lean, Digital, AI or Automation, or operational excellence in relevant fields
- Proven ability to deliver measurable business outcomes through transformation initiatives
- Experience applying structured program management and tollgate processes
- Strong understanding of Lean, Kaizen, and continuous improvement principles
- Ability to lead change and influence stakeholders across multiple functions and levels
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate strategy into action
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
- access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
- GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
- tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
- access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
- tuition assistance
- adoption assistance
- paid parental leave
- disability benefits
- life insurance
- 12 paid holidays
- permissive time off
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
AIAutomationProgram ManagementTollgate ProcessLeanKaizenDigital TransformationOperational ExcellenceData GovernanceCybersecurity
Soft Skills
LeadershipChange ManagementCommunicationInfluencingStakeholder EngagementCollaborationStrategic ThinkingProblem SolvingCross-Functional AlignmentCapability Building
Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree