Partner Management – Governance Manager

GE Aerospace

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

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier governance processes, performance management, and continuous improvement frameworks, with a strong ability to build relationships and coordinate across diverse stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing frameworks like CMMI and ITIL to enhance supplier engagement and operational efficiency.

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Supplier ManagementPerformance ManagementCMMI FrameworkITIL FrameworkContinuous Improvement

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Hard Skills

Supplier GovernancePerformance Management RoutinesSourcingSupply Chain ManagementProcess ImprovementGovernance ForumsOperating CadencesData AnalysisArtifact ManagementKPI Tracking

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCoordination SkillsFacilitation SkillsRelationship BuildingOrganizational Discipline

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean CertificationSix Sigma CertificationITIL CertificationProject Management Certification

Industry Keywords

AerospaceIndustrialManufacturingRegulated EnvironmentsVendor ManagementQuality ManagementProgram ManagementContinuous Improvement Framework

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate the implementation and sustainment of supplier governance processes, tools, training, and standard work across the partner network
Maintain and continuously improve documented standard work to ensure it is scalable, repeatable, and aligned to business and performance outcomes
Support execution of governance strategies that extend proven practices from strategic suppliers to broader supplier populations
Develop and maintain a consistent operating model for supplier engagement and performance management with senior leaders and functional stakeholders
Build working relationships across internal teams and reflect priorities, challenges, and opportunities in governance routines and partner interactions
Organize and support governance forums, working sessions, and performance reviews with internal stakeholders and external partners, including scheduling, agenda development, content preparation, meeting notes, and action tracking
Coordinate activities assessing and improving governance-framework maturity, including operating rhythms, KPIs, escalations, and continuous improvement actions
Support adoption of governance routines by sharing materials, reinforcing expectations, gathering feedback, and refining templates and processes
Coordinate maturity assessments aligned to CMMI, ITIL, or similar frameworks, including evidence gathering, artifact management, and action-plan tracking
Establish and manage continuous-improvement mechanisms such as feedback loops, action trackers, review cadences, and roadmap follow-up
Maintain and improve the supplier governance framework through documentation updates, improvement coordination, and progress monitoring
Support planning and coordination for annual supplier or partner events, including logistics, materials, stakeholder alignment, and follow-up
Escalate risks and issues appropriately 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
Demonstrated 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
Preferred: Experience implementing or supporting a structured operating system, management system, or continuous improvement framework
Preferred: Exposure to lean, FLIGHT DECK, Six Sigma, or similar operating disciplines
Preferred: Experience preparing content and running governance routines such as tier meetings, business reviews, or supplier performance reviews
Preferred: Background in supply chain, sourcing, quality, operations, vendor management, or program/project management
Preferred: Certification or training in lean, Six Sigma, ITIL, project management, or continuous improvement
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 is not provided
Inclusive environment where everyone is respected, supported, and able to thrive