Corporate Lean leader

Job Description Summary

The Corporate Lean Leader drives continuous improvement across multiple functional areas. In this role, you will work closely with Corporate functional leaders to develop and drive Lean roadmaps, lead continuous improvement efforts, Kaizens, and deliver large-scale SQDC outcomes.

Job Description

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Partner with Senior Leadership Team to translate strategic vision into objections and goals with an effective operating rhythm

Design and implement a Lean Operating System integral to how we run our functions for the long-term. This system will include: Lean principles, Hoshin-Kanri, daily management, Kaizen, Lean Roadmap, and complex problem-solving.

Build organizational capability and culture through coaching/mentoring on Lean mindset, tools, and practices

Lead business transformation priorities supporting continuous improvement and optimization of end-to-end processes for multiple Corporate Functions (Commercial Operations, Strategy, Financial Services, etc)

Drive the development, execution, and sustainment of standard work

Partner with Senior Leadership Team to optimize monthly operating rhythms, ensure daily management, and proactive identification of risk to KPI’s & business outcomes

Lead problem solving with Lean tools & practices (i.e. fishbone diagrams, problem solving revies, etc.) to resolve complex challenges

Drive actions to ensure that improvements are sustained and lessons learned are integrated into processes

Support the Hoshin Kanri process to establish breakthroughs

Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Minimum of 10 years of experience in continuous improvement, project management, operations, and/or related experience

Minimum of 5 years relevant experience leading global teams

Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and successful change management

Ability and willingness to travel 50%+

Desired Characteristics

Prior relevant experience in the Energy industry or experience in complex ETO manufacturing & services environments

Strong business acumen with demonstrated ability to understand business strategy and develop Lean strategies to deliver business outcomes

Proven experience with leading Lean activities, applying Lean tools, and building Lean culture

Strategic thinker – demonstrated ability to anticipate constraints, facilitate breakthroughs, and drive strategic activities that transform the business

Demonstrated ability to assess complex business problems, assess tradeoffs, and take the right decisions

Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects through planning, execution, and sustainment

Strong cross-functional leadership with demonstrated ability to influence outcomes

Strong communication skills – proven ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and across functions

Proven mentoring and coaching abilities; demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $225,000 and $285,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

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 only:

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 07, 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 Executive Services. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off, and the Restoration Plan, a nonqualified plan with company credits on eligible pay above IRS limits.

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.