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GE Vernova Lead Warehouse Engineer in Gebze, Turkey
Job Description Summary
Lead Warehouse Engineer is responsible for coordinating warehouse operations, ensuring efficient material flow, inventory accuracy, storage optimization, and on-time supply of materials to production lines. (from suppliers and also within the department) The ideal candidate will combine strong technical knowledge of warehouse processes with leadership capabilities to support operational excellence, safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with EHS regulations and company safety policies
Coaching the warehouse staff and provide guidance, training, and performance support
Develop and implement warehouse procedures, work instructions, and best practices
Manage non-conforming materials, quarantine areas, and material traceability requirements
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for material shortages, stock discrepancies, and operational issues
Attend Daily meetings that is a part of QCDM management system and represent warehouse team
Ensure timely and accurate material availability to support production and dispatch schedules
Manage warehouse layout, storage systems, and space utilization for optimal efficiency and safety
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to warehouse productivity, lead time reduction, and process standardization
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders for inbound and outbound logistics coordination
Monitor inventory levels and ensure high inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and stock reconciliation processes
Make Gemba tours in responsibility to catch the abnormalities and take necessary actions
Attend projects, loss analysis, saving activities, lean manufacturing, kaizen events etc. and take active responsibility for the related subjects
Support ERP/WMS transactions and ensure accurate system records for all warehouse activities
Track and report warehouse KPIs such as inventory accuracy, on-time material delivery, space utilization, and operational efficiency
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Engineering or Supply Chain Management field
Minimum of 3 years of experience in warehouse operations, materials management, or logistics
Hands-on experience with SAP ERP systems
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with a strong focus on Excel
Solid understanding of health, safety, and quality standards within an industrial environment
Willingness to work on-site at the Gebze plant at least four days per week
Ability to reside in or relocate to Istanbul or Kocaeli
Desired Characteristics
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to work cross-functionally with production, planning, procurement, project management and logistics teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage diverse stakeholders
Solid organizational and time management abilities; capable of handling multiple priorities
Problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering results under pressure
Customer-oriented approach with a strong focus on quality and service excellence
Ability to adapt to dynamic environments and maintain a proactive, solution-driven attitude
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
GE Vernova 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.