Business Transformation – Operations Leader

GE Vernova

Business Transformation & Operations Leader executing Lean initiatives in Software and Controls Solutions business. Collaborating with SCS Leadership Team to optimize processes and achieve KPIs through Lean methodologies.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado, New York, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $142,200 - $237,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

execute Lean initiatives across the Software and Controls Solutions business
establish and execute a Lean Roadmap for the SCS business, considering Hoshin Kanri strategic objectives, KPI's and TTI's to deliver SQDC consistently
lead a team of lean and quality experts to create and execute the Lean Roadmap to achieve corresponding KPIs and TTIs while securing SQDC priorities through planning and execution of kaizen events, MORs and Daily Management.
collaborate to shape and operationalize the continuous improvement vision for Software and Controls Solutions business line in accordance with Business Operations & Lean strategy
translate the vision into goals, objectives and strategies resulting in cross-functional transformation
assess current baselines and determine the processes to be improved using Lean methodologies
optimize and lead the monthly operating rhythm (MOR), with clear outcomes that deliver positive improvement as measured by TTIs and KPIs
deploy the full Lean operating system including: VSMs, PSRs, MORs, Standard Work, Daily Management and Kaizen events driving process efficiency and effectiveness
lead Value Stream Mapping sessions focusing on waste elimination, process simplification and lead-time reduction in key activities
align, prioritize and focus on critical efforts to deliver consistent, measurable, and sustainable year-over-year results on key KPIs through Lean Roadmap development and implementation
secure the Sustainable Productivity HK objectives by leading and executing activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in science, engineering, IT or equivalent
at least 10 years of Lean, Quality, Continuous Improvement or Business Management/Operations experience (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 15 years of experience in Lean, Quality, or Continuous Improvement)
10 years or more of experience in one or more of the following: Commercial Operations, Sales, Project Execution, Services, Manufacturing, or Business Management
5 years or more of team leadership experience
Lean practitioner, capable and experienced on facilitating kaizen events and coaching the core tools such as Daily Management, structured Problem Solving, Value Stream and Process Mapping, Standard Work, Transactional Process Improvement
Experience in leading Lean deployment for multiple sites or a global company
Demonstrated influencing and lean problem-solving abilities; High Say-do ratio
Strong proven track record of delivering on business KPIs, ideally with strong emphasis on successfully leveraging Lean methodologies
Proven change driver with focus on executing efficiently in a complex, diverse and dynamic cross functional global team
Highly collaborative and transparent, with effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects including the ability to collaborate, plan, and executive execute programs

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Lean methodologiesValue Stream MappingKaizen eventsDaily ManagementStandard WorkStructured Problem SolvingTransactional Process ImprovementContinuous ImprovementKPI developmentTTI measurement

Soft Skills

team leadershipcollaborationcommunicationinfluencingproblem-solvingchange managementplanningexecutioninterpersonal skillstransparency