The ideal candidate will be comfortable operating autonomously, solving problems independently, and prioritizing tasks that maximize enterprise value for General Motors and the Global Purchasing and Supply Chain (GPSC) function.
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Responsible for purchasing all or specific portions of productive and/or non-productive materials, supplies, machinery, tooling, and services.
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Actively participate in the development of commodity strategies
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Lead complex global sourcing and negotiations with key supplier partners
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Execute global/regional material budgets
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Collaborate closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders
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Maintaining sourcing pipeline, benchmarking data, strategy presentations, global direct material budget, and on-time metrics
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Adhere to corporate and departmental purchasing and accounting practices and procedures
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Sourcing and contracting activities that include, but are not limited to:
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Sourcing strategy, bid list development & management
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Quote analysis and review
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Coordination and alignment of RFQ package components, including Terms & Conditions, SOR compliance, technical documentation and quality alignment
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Lead sourcing recommendation and alignment with cross-functional teams
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Management of sourcing documentation related to RFQ process in adherence to the GM Audit Services requirements
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Lead supplier relationship management initiatives, including “Strategic Supplier Engagement” and nurture relationship with suppliers by acting as a focal point for commercial issue resolution
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Lead or represent the purchasing function in supplier KPI reviews
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Represent purchasing and support mitigation of supply chain disruptions.
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Conduct in-depth contract analysis and perform rate management activities including contract amendments, issuing spot buys, rate analysis and supplier requests.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives and identify savings opportunities.
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Support or lead additional required projects as assigned by management.
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Promote GM's values and makes customer-focused decisions.
Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
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5+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, logistics or product development
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Data Judgement - Ability to objectively analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions
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Informative Communication - Ability to communicate relevant information to the appropriate audience both effectively and timely
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Relationship Management - Develops and maintains constructive, cooperative working relationships
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Negotiation - engage in collaborative discussions to reach meaningful agreements
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Analytical Thinking - Consider various factors in decision making to determine solutions and their impacts
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Results Focus - Take charge without prompting, seize opportunities and deliver on time
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Workload Management - Manage multiple tasks with quality and prioritize by critical needs
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SAP experience or ability to learn purchasing systems
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Ability to travel 10% of the time domestically + Internationally
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
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Bachelor's Degree in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Finance, related field
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Experience with commodities
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Cost analysis or manufacturing experience
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Automotive industry experience
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Knowledge of Capacity and Materials Management
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Capable of drawing conclusions from complex data, market trends and the regulatory environment
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Ability to understand basic engineering documents and technical drivers for the applicable commodities
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Knowledge of contract law as it applies to the purchasing processes
