Business Transformation & Operations Leader
Lean_Quality; SPB
- Type:
- Full Time
- Location(s):
- Longmont (Nel) CO US
- Atlanta VERNOVA GA US 4
- Greenville SC US
- Houston (Wall) TX US
- Remote - United States
- Schenectady NY US
- Date Posted:
- Salary:
- Job Posting Start Date:
- 2026-05-19
- Job Posting End Date:
- 2026-07-01
- Job ID:
- R5042436
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Job Description Summary
The Business Transformation & Operations Leader executes Lean initiatives across the Software and Controls Solutions business, and is responsible for working with the SCS Business Operations Leader (SCS BOPS) and the respective SCS Leadership Team members, to establish and execute a Lean Roadmap for the SCS business, considering our Hoshin Kanri strategic objectives, KPI's and TTI's to deliver SQDC consistently.Job Description
What you’ll do:
This is a leadership role covering the global Software and Controls Solutions business within Gas Power, reporting to the SCS Business Operations Leader. As the Business Transformation & Operations Leader, you will be responsible for leading a team of lean and quality experts to create and execute the Lean Roadmap to achieve corresponding KPIs and TTIs while securing our SQDC priorities through the 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 the Business Operations & Lean strategy
Translate the vision into goals, objectives and strategies resulting in cross-functional transformation
Work with leaders across the SCS organization to assess current baselines and determine the processes to be improved using the Lean methodologies
Partner with leaders to optimize and lead the monthly operating rhythm (MOR), with clear outcomes that deliver positive improvement as measured by our TTIs and KPIs
Lead, coach and mentor deployment of 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
Partner as One Team across the business to align, prioritize and focus on critical efforts
Deliver consistent, measurable, and sustainable year-over-year results on key KPIs through Lean Roadmap development and implementation
Responsible for the maturity of the Lean Operation Method for SCS including assessment and action plans to drive business maturity
Responsible for leading and executing the activities to secure the Sustainable Productivity HK objectives
Responsible of planning and execution of CEO, S&Q Kaizen Weeks and Hoshin Week within SCS
Qualifications/Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in science, engineering, IT or equivalent with 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
Desired Characteristics:
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
Ability to listen, learn, act and scale
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. Embraces and promote a One Team mindset
Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects including the ability to collaborate, plan, and executive execute programs
Project management skills
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $142,200.00 and $237,100.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on May 19, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.