GE HealthCare · 7 hours ago
Head of Global Service Parts Planning - Supply Chain Management
Waukesha, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expGE HealthCare is a leader in healthcare technology, and they are seeking a Head of Global Service Parts Planning to ensure efficient service parts availability across a global network. This role involves strategic leadership and execution of inventory management, demand forecasting, and collaboration with various stakeholders to meet customer expectations and drive operational performance.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the strategy and day-to-day execution of global service parts planning and inventory management while shaping enterprise strategy by engaging senior stakeholders across global regions and functions
Own responsibilities from demand forecasting, planning, and inventory optimization to ensure service levels, while driving continuous improvement and transformation in talent, process, information, and technology
Proactively manage conflict and competing priorities to build consensus and deliver transformative business outcomes
Drive alignment on high-impact initiatives through vision-setting, influencing at scale, and navigating complex organizational dynamics
Set and adapt global service parts planning strategy aligned with organizational goals and market conditions
Translate strategy into actionable plans, ensuring cost-effective, efficient, and customer-focused operations
Balance big-picture thinking with hands-on oversight of planning activities and operational performance
Direct global demand forecasting processes using advanced planning tools and analytics
Manage inventory lifecycle: procurement, warehousing, distribution, and disposal
Maintain optimal stock levels to meet service demand while minimizing holding costs and obsolescence
Monitor and report KPIs: service parts availability, lead times, cost efficiency, balance sheet impact, and P&L performance
Use data-driven insights to identify trends and adjust supply strategies
Proactively resolve issues related to inventory shortages, excess stock, and logistics disruptions
Develop and execute contingency plans to mitigate risks and maintain service continuity
Partner with regional leaders, service teams, manufacturing, and logistics to ensure timely delivery and quality
Build strong supplier and logistics relationships to optimize global operations
Communicate effectively across 174 countries, adapting to diverse regulations and customs
Drive operational excellence through process improvements and technology adoption
Implement change management, communication, and training plans for new systems and processes
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in a technical or operations field with a minimum of 7 years' experience in an operations or supply chain leadership role
Proven leadership skills including the ability to motivate cross functional & international teams to achieve business goals
Strong business acumen, including a financial background
Understanding of Healthcare Service business and FDA regulated industry
Key skills include Strategic planning with operational execution, strong analytical abilities, leadership and communication skills, experience managing teams, strategic thinking, financial acumen, knowledge of global supply chain processes, problem-solving skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
Preferred
Previous experience in materials planning
Additional valuable skills include the ability to manage multiple priorities, program management, strong organizational skills, knowledge of regulations, and a track record of driving continuous improvement and transformation change
Benefits
Great work environment
Professional development
Challenging careers
Competitive compensation
Company
GE HealthCare
GE Healthcare provides a wide range of medical technologies and services to healthcare providers and researchers. It is a sub-organization of General Electric.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.52BKey Investors
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
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Leadership Team
Catherine Estrampes
President and CEO, US & Canada
Luiz Verzegnassi
President & CEO, Services
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