Job Description Summary
Are you ready to see your career take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen.
The Customer Demand Leader will be responsible for managing and forecasting customer demand to ensure timely delivery of products and services. In this role, you will collaborate with sales, production, and supply chain teams to align customer requirements with operational capabilities.
Job Description
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Roles and Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts based on customer orders, market trends, and historical data.
- Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to understand customer needs and translate them into actionable demand plans.
- Monitor and analyze demand patterns to identify potential risks and opportunities.
- Coordinate with production and supply chain teams to ensure alignment of demand forecasts with manufacturing capabilities.
- Implement strategies to optimize inventory levels and minimize stockouts or excess inventory.
- Communicate effectively with customers to manage expectations and address any demand-related issues.
- Utilize demand planning software and tools to enhance forecasting accuracy and efficiency.
- Prepare regular reports and presentations on demand forecasts, performance metrics, and key insights for senior management.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance demand planning processes and systems.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field from an accredited college or university
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or a related role
Additional information
- This role will be required to sit onsite at the Loves Park, IL facility
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree preferred
- Aerospace industry experience
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and trends
- Proficiency in demand planning software and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDA)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and customers
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices is a plus
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employment
- Permissive time off policy for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- And more!
The base pay range for this position is $108,300.00 - 144,400.00. 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 an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on 5/26/2025.
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.e., 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.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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: No