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Manufacturing Specialist - Material Plan & Execution

Yesterday Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Job Description Summary

Koordination und Beschleunigung des Materialflusses (von Lieferanten und auch innerhalb von Abteilungen) gemäß Produktionsplänen. Planung und Terminierung des Material-/Produktionsbedarfs. Verantwortlich für die Qualität der eigenen Arbeit.Unterliegt der direkten Betriebsaufsicht/vorgeschriebenen Arbeitsanweisungen/Systemprüfungen.Arbeitet in einem genau definierten betrieblichen Framework.Es gibt im Allgemeinen eine schrittweise Abfolge von operativen Standardaufgaben, die befolgt werden müssen, um ein Endergebnis zu erzielen.

Job Description

What you'll do

  • Manage master planning, material processes and systems, prepare and update production schedules and purchasing needs. Ensure operational alignment with production plan and KPIs. Optimize inventory and process improvements.
  • Broadening knowledge of own technical discipline to execute policy/strategy. May include support roles with specialized technical field of knowledge; still acquiring higher level knowledge and skills.
  • Basic understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. Good understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
  • May have some autonomy to make decisions within a defined framework. Resolves issues in situations that require good technical knowledge and judgment within established procedures. Consults more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.
  • A job at this level requires good interpersonal skills and may be required to lead a junior team. For customer facing roles, develops strong customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and GE. Explains technical information to others.
  • Manage Nozzles and Shrouds production planning activities.
  • Continuous improvement through NCR, PSR and Kaizens.
  • Maintain OTD, COGS, Wing to Wing cycle.
  • Maintain timely parts reservation and follow up with sourcing.
  • Maintain pacing plan and target.
  • Perform billing activities of completed projects for internal and external customers.
  • Maintain cell monthly output target.
  • Embrace and help deploying new digital production tools.

What you'll bring

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
  • Arabic/English proficiency reading, writing and speaking.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in production planning / materials management in a manufacturing environment.
  • Solid expertise in master scheduling, MRP, inventory management, and ERP/planning systems (e.g., SAP/Oracle), with strong Excel/data skills.
  • Good understanding of key operational and financial drivers (OTD, COGS, cycle time, capacity) and how planning decisions impact cross-functional performance.
  • Proven ability to work autonomously within defined frameworks, resolve issues using sound technical judgment, and collaborate effectively across Sourcing, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance.
  • Strong interest in continuous improvement and digitalization (Lean, Kaizen, NCR/PSR, digital production tools), with a proactive, growth-oriented mindset.
  • The legal right to work in KSA without company sponsorship or time restriction.

What will make you stand out

  • Engineering bachelor's is preferred
  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
  • Process improvement mindset.
  • Microsoft office Excel experience.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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Client-provided location(s): Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Job ID: GE_Vernova-1830592773
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-01-02T18:30:24

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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