GLOBAL TOOLING PLANNER

Job Description Summary Responsible for developing a detailed global forecast of installation and service tooling demand and an actionable plan for tool procurement and inter-regional movement in order to meet that demand and minimize the chance of backorder.
Includes activities such as customer management, process mapping, process improvement, and line-of-business development.
Solely accountable for this work (no direct reports).
Impacts approaches, projects, and programs in the functional area or affected business organization and ways of working.
Impacts quality, efficiency and effectiveness of the Global Tooling Team.
The role has moderate autonomy, requiring high levels of operational judgment.
Job Description Roles and Responsibilities.
Responsible for tool procurement and inter-regional movement planning and inventory globally Monitor the results of changes to the inventory plan/forecast and recommend modifications Plan for prevention of unused inventory and backorders Work with a global team in multiple disciplines (Tooling Leaders, Project Execution management, MCU leadership, Transactional Commercial) in resolving issues, communicating tool availability, and advising on tool demand planning Work with customers externally and internally to identify new opportunities to improve our current processes.
Developing specialized knowledge in their discipline.
Serves as best practice/quality resource.
Has awareness of latest technical developments in own area.
Contributes towards strategy and policy development and ensure delivery within area of responsibility.
Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; Uses judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems in areas of operational/product management, manufacturing, technology or engineering.
Takes new perspective on existing solutions.
Uses technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support recommendations.
Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own function to arrive at decisions.
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
May lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements.
Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.
Developing persuasion skills required to influence others on topics within field.
Required Qualifications.
Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).
Minimum of 5 years of significant experience in long term planning, forecasting and/or operations planning management.
Desired Characteristics.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
Established project management skills.
Experience in Installation and Service Tooling Use and Management.
The base pay range for this position is $ USD Annual.
The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
This position is also eligible for variable incentive compensation of 15%.
This posting is expected to close no earlier than November .
*The Company pays a geographic differential of % or 130% of salary in certain areas.
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.
., is a “Sponsor”).
Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion.
No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program.
This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
GE 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 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).
Relocation Assistance Provided.
Yes #LI-Remote - This is a remote position