Description :
Business Unit: GE Infrastructure, Energy
Function: Sourcing
Location: Schenectady/NY; Atlanta/GA; Greenville, SC
Job #: 805348
Posted: Mar 12, 2008 Responsibilities
* As part of the Energy Learning Center and Infrastructure Learning CoE, develop and implement world-class Global Sourcing training, helping to make Energy the employer of choice, develop a talent pipeline and improve business results.
* Partner with VP Global Sourcing, Sourcing Manager - Lean Initiatives Group and HRM to create and implement effective learning strategies for Sourcing, globally.
* Conduct competency model assessments for Global Sourcing and support the findings with scalable learning strategies for 900+ global Sourcing employees.
* Work with Global Sourcing leaders to assess learning and development gaps and drive strategy for training.
* Lead the design, development and instruction of functional Sourcing team with focus primarily on Sourcing Leaders, Commodity Leaders, Buyers and Supplier Quality Engineers.
* Measure training performance in terms of impact on business goals - Big Y's, COQ, VR, NPS etc.
* As a change leader, drive implementation of learning and development leveraging best practices and industry benchmarks.
* Develop MBB's/BB's and other Global Sourcing experts to support the course curriculum and form a cross-sourcing qualified instructor network.
* Develop and implement learning strategies and interventions for key functional training programs such as the Supplier Quality Engineer program.
* Formulate delivery strategies for curricula including Train-the-Trainer, eLearning and internal/external instructor training and then track progress and compliance.
* Deliver business and training metrics for learning solutions as agreed upon by the VP Global Sourcing, Sourcing Manager - Lean Initiatives Group and HRM.
* Manage and track global training programs and certified trainer database using myLearning.
* Deliver tools to the business globally to assist in the understanding of course offerings initiatives, best practices and projects.
* Act as a senior training consultant and mentor business critical projects when needed.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
* A minimum of 8+ years of practical experience in the development of consulting or training experiences, management or human-resources-related field with strong knowledge base in organizational design.
* Minimum of 2+ years experience in project management and program development.
Eligibility Requirements:
* The selected candidate must be 18 years or older and be willing to take a drug test as part of the selection process. You must be willing to submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process and must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
* If currently a GE employee, you must have been in your current positions for at least 18 months, have at least a satisfactory performance rating and submit your application through COS to be considered.
* Ability to travel as required - approximately 30%.
Desired
* Master's degree in Education, Business or Engineering.
* 4 years of experience in either sourcing, manufacturing, teaching or engineering.
* Experienced in leading major change efforts.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* High level of interpersonal skills, collaboration, and integrity.
* Ability to influence and gain commitment at all levels of the organization.
* Previous training or facilitation experience; experience with adult learning concepts.
* Understanding of e-learning success factors and development of blended learning solutions.
* Demonstrated ability to think strategically and to develop and execute strategic plans; results oriented.
* Demonstrated ability in leadership and team management in both face-to-face and virtual environments.
* Proven project and budget management skills on large complex projects; ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
* Black Belt or Master Black Belt certified (GE employees only).
* Multiple languages.
General
GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation.
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