Governance Manager – Partner Management

GE Aerospace

. Coordinate implementation and sustainment of supplier governance processes, tools, training, and standard work across the partner network .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier management and governance processes, with a strong focus on performance management, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement methodologies. Proficient in coordinating cross-functional teams and managing complex supplier relationships in regulated environments.

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Supplier ManagementPerformance ManagementGovernance ForumsContinuous ImprovementCMMI or ITIL Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Supplier QualitySourcingSupply Chain ManagementProcess ImprovementData AnalysisKPI DevelopmentArtifact ManagementOperating Model DevelopmentGovernance DocumentationRisk Management

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCoordination SkillsFacilitation SkillsRelationship BuildingOrganizational Discipline

Tools & Technologies

FLIGHT DECKSix SigmaLean MethodologiesProject Management ToolsGovernance Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean CertificationSix Sigma CertificationITIL CertificationProject Management Certification

Industry Keywords

AerospaceIndustrialManufacturingRegulated EnvironmentsVendor Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate implementation and sustainment of supplier governance processes, tools, training, and standard work across the partner network
Maintain and improve documented standard work so it is scalable, repeatable, and aligned with business and performance outcomes
Support governance strategies that extend proven practices from strategic suppliers to broader supplier populations
Develop and maintain an operating model for supplier engagement and performance management
Build relationships with internal teams and reflect priorities, challenges, and opportunities in governance routines and partner interactions
Organize governance forums, working sessions, and performance reviews with internal stakeholders and external partners
Handle scheduling, agenda development, content preparation, meeting notes, and action tracking
Coordinate maturity assessments, including operating rhythms, KPIs, escalations, continuous improvement actions, evidence gathering, artifact management, and action-plan tracking
Support adoption of governance routines through materials, expectation-setting, feedback collection, templates, and process refinement
Establish and manage feedback loops, action trackers, review cadences, and roadmap follow-up
Update supplier governance documentation, coordinate improvement activities, and monitor progress against agreed plans
Support annual supplier or partner events, including logistics, materials, stakeholder alignment, and follow-up
Escalate risks and issues and ensure alignment with broader business objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in supplier management, vendor management, partner management, sourcing, supply chain, supplier quality, or a related field in aerospace, industrial, manufacturing, or other complex regulated environments
Ability to work across functions and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
Experience supporting performance management routines, governance forums, or operating cadences involving external suppliers or service providers
Understanding of sourcing or supply chain environments, including commercial drivers, contract considerations, and cost levers
Working knowledge of CMMI, ITIL, or similar process maturity frameworks, with practical experience in assessments, audits, governance, or process improvement initiatives
Strong communication, coordination, and facilitation skills, with the ability to influence through preparation, data, and follow-through
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, priorities, and workstreams across cultures and geographies
Experience implementing or supporting a structured operating system, management system, or continuous improvement framework
Exposure to lean, FLIGHT DECK, Six Sigma, or similar operating disciplines
Experience preparing content and running governance routines such as tier meetings, business reviews, or supplier performance reviews
Background in supply chain, sourcing, quality, operations, vendor management, or program/project management
Certification or training in lean, Six Sigma, ITIL, project management, or continuous improvement is preferred
Strong organizational discipline and attention to detail
Ability to connect strategy to execution
Comfort working in a matrixed, global environment
Confidence managing follow-up, actions, and governance routines
A continuous improvement mindset
Ability to translate stakeholder pain points into practical solutions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance not provided
Remote work arrangement
Inclusive work environment
Employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs