• Own inventory management across all SKUs and manufacturing partners • Track and maintain: - Inventory levels - Months on hand - Shelf life/expiration / batch risk - Product specs tied to current inventory • Build and maintain factory/vendor scorecards, including: - COGS competitiveness - Payment terms - Quality consistency - Timeline reliability - Communication and partnership health • Manage and document factory agreements and operational terms • Identify inventory risks early (aging stock, expiring units, overproduction, slow movers) • Partner with Ops + Demand Planning to align replenishment decisions • Improve SOPs for inventory tracking, documentation, and reporting • Provide leadership-level reporting on inventory health and vendor performance****

Job Description Summary Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers, Unison designs, manufactures and supplies the most advanced components and systems in the world. The Sr Supplier Recovery Specialist drives structured problem solving and continuous improvement to elevate supplier performance and deliver measurable business impact. In this highly visible role, you’ll build and sustain strong relationships across supplier and internal teams and apply GE Aerospace’s FLIGHT DECK operating model to run the business systematically-delivering value as seen through the eyes of our customers. You will define performance gaps, engage with supplier partners, and co-develop recovery action plans with shared accountability. By leading and participating in activities such as FLIGHT DECK training and kaizen, you will close gaps at the source and connect frontline problem solving to supplier leadership, GE Aerospace supplier management, and enterprise leadership engagement—owning results across your assigned supplier portfolio. Travel: 50%+ to supplier locations as business needs dictate. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities - Responsible to lead continuous improvement activities on-site at Unison suppliers; provides support and extensive knowledge of processes at every operation sequence to ensure schedules for delivery of product as well as contractual quality and costs are met utilizing high level and effective relationship building communication. - Engages underperforming suppliers at the direction of sourcing management to identify root cause and create and manage project plans for corrective actions to ensure delivery of quality, on-time supplies; leads recovery planning efforts, follow up meetings, and monitors based on RCCA responses to create supplier sustainability. - Reviews manufacturing and special processes at the supplier to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities; evaluates total cost of procurement for best sourcing decisions. Manage and monitor supply chain to support P & L initiatives and objectives such as continuous improvement, lean manufacturing and capacity assessment and monitoring. - Acts as program manager for product transitions (additions, deletions, dual/multi-purpose), performs risk mitigation and supplier capacity analysis as part of process; deploys rate readiness reviews to give commodity management guidance for best overall sourcing decisions. - Serve as a technical liaison between engineering, operations, and suppliers to ensure delivery of parts which meets specs as outlined in contracts at the best value for Unison. - Lead supplier escalation meetings across the Unison supply chain org to assign actions and deploy the appropriate risk mitigation tools to proactively reduce foreseeable supply chain impacts. - Engage with NPI suppliers to assist in managing test schedules, qualification activities and facilitates communication with responsible engineering team. Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 9 years experience in supply chain, manufacturing, and/or lean roles) - Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, and/or lean roles. Desired Characteristics - FLIGHT DECK / Lean leadership with demonstrated results - Strong oral and written communication skills - Ability to operate autonomously with a high level of personal accountability to do what it takes to deliver results - Manufacturing, sourcing and supply chain hands-on and leadership experience - Understanding of sourcing processes and compliance requirements experience - Project management capability and strategic initiative experience - Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to collaborate and communicate at all levels of the organization - Demonstrated ability to lead projects; develop, plan, manage and execute for results - Demonstrated strength in GE Aerospace leadership behaviors; act with humility, lead with transparency and deliver with focus - Clear thinker, tenacious and persistent in engagement at delivering results - Proven skill in developing supplier relationships; ability to deal with difficult suppliers and identify potential risks or errors. - Understanding of machining, sheet metal fabrication and electronics manufacturing methods; understanding of shop floor control, visual metrics and lean concepts This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). 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 #LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Description About Opto-Knowledge Systems, Inc. Opto-Knowledge Systems, Inc. (OKSI) develops advanced sensing, imaging, and artificial intelligence technologies supporting aerospace, defense, and scientific applications. Our teams collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and operations to deliver innovative solutions that support complex technical programs. Position Overview OKSI is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to support daily supply chain operations including purchasing, shipping, receiving, and inventory management. This role helps ensure materials and components are procured, tracked, and delivered efficiently to support engineering and production activities. The Supply Chain Specialist works closely with vendors, logistics partners, and internal teams to maintain smooth material flow across programs. What You Will Do - Process purchase orders and coordinate with vendors to ensure materials and supplies are delivered on schedule - Receive incoming shipments and verify contents against purchase orders and packing slips - Prepare and coordinate outbound shipments to customers, vendors, and internal teams - Package and label materials for shipment through common carriers and freight services - Maintain accurate shipping and receiving documentation - Maintain accurate inventory records and support periodic inventory counts - Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment of materials and supplies - Organize, label, and store materials while maintaining accurate tracking of inventory movement - Enter and maintain purchasing, inventory, and shipment records within internal systems such as Unanet or similar ERP tools - Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to ensure materials are available to support project and production needs Requirements - Four or more years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, shipping and receiving, inventory control, or manufacturing operations - Strong organizational and time management skills - Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and inventory tracking - Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced operational environment - Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors - Comfortable working with shipping systems, procurement documentation, and inventory records Preferred Qualifications - Experience working in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or technology organizations - Experience using enterprise systems such as Unanet or other ERP platforms - Experience coordinating shipments through common carriers and freight services - Experience supporting engineering or production teams with material procurement and logistics Work Environment and Schedule - Full-time position Compensation and Benefits - Salary range: $30 - $38 hourly - Medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid by the employer for employees. - Three weeks of vacation to start - Automatic company contribution to 401K – 5% of earned wages (no matching required) - Educational assistance and professional development opportunities - In-office (St. Petersburg, FL or Torrance, CA) or remote work (United States) available (position dependent) Additional Requirements: - You must have, or be eligible to obtain, a U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance. You will be subject to government security investigations and must be able to access classified information. The inability to obtain a security clearance will result in you being ineligible for the position. We are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process. The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. This employer participates in E-Verify. This employer participates in E-Verify.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Manager of Planning, Purchasing, & Logistics is responsible for the development and execution of SMA America's supply chain plans in alignment with the global inventory strategy. This role leads cross-functional collaboration across Sales, Finance, Operations, and global headquarters to ensure material availability, process optimization, and on-time delivery performance throughout the Americas Region. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Supply Chain Management preferred; relevant and equivalent work experience will be considered. - Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Logistics management. - Management and leadership experience with direct reports is required. - Proven leadership skills including time management, motivating, scheduling, and conflict resolution. - Previous international work experience preferred. - Experience with SAP preferred. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) is required. - Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills are required. - Attention to detail, high level of accuracy, and excellent organizational skills are required. - Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively. - Proficiency in the English language, both written and verbal, is required. Requirements - Responsible for the development and implementation of process improvements for purchasing, logistics, and inventory availability/levels. - Lead the weekly Sales and Operations Meeting for the region, including interface with Sales, Order Management, Finance, Marketing, Service, and Legal. - Responsible for 3rd party logistics service provider management with a clear focus on internal process optimization, external service time issues, cost reduction projects, and developing KPIs. - Closely collaborate with HQ in Germany on Production Planning, Order Management, and Global Logistics to ensure regional needs are met. - Ensure material availability and high inventory turns (DOH) to meet on-time (OTIF) and lead-time goals. - Work collaboratively with international colleagues to ensure the Americas Region supports global functional processes, while negotiating adaptations as required to meet regional business needs. - Responsible for management of operations logistics, purchasing, and supply chain strategy for the Americas Region. - Responsible for product supplier quoting and cost reductions. - Develop the processes and techniques used in daily operations by internal and external team members. - Responsible for intercompany purchasing. - Provide direction, development, and leadership of the Operations Logistics, Planning, and Purchasing Teams, while also functioning as the Americas Region Supply Chain Manager. - Analyze production plans, lead times, safety stocks, and lot sizes to determine resource requirements and constraints. - Develop the calculation parameters on which SAP calculates reordering. - Work closely with cross-functional teams to support supplier communication, demand forecasts, and new product introductions, including participation in Sales meetings and S&OP planning. - Other duties as may be assigned by supervisor or management. Benefits - The salary range for this position is $82,000 - $108,000 per year, dependent upon experience. - Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage (including $0 premium options). - Work Location: This role is open to remote candidates. Hybrid or in-office presence is preferred for those located within commuting distance of our Rocklin, CA office, consistent with our current work model. - 401(k) plan with company match. - Opportunities for professional development and training. - Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environment.