Position is responsible for supporting relationship management with logistic suppliers and service providers. Some of the responsibilities include but not limited to:
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Utilize the Global Purchasing Supply Chain sourcing process to manage sourcing packages (RFQ, quote analysis and award) and to establish a capable/competitive supply base
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Analyze and apply appropriate tools, e.g., benchmarking, competitive sourcing, targeted sourcing, bundling, supplier negotiations etc. to drive best total enterprise cost
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Negotiate commercial terms – including price, duration, terms, and conditions, etc.
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Perform rate management activities including spot buys, rate analysis and supplier requests
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Participate in supplier KPI reviews
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Develop in-depth analysis on contract and overall business impact, budget activities
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Collaborate with GM Legal staff to develop and negotiate terms and conditions
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Drive decision alignment with cross-functional disciplines (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, Logistics Engineering/Planning/Operations)
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Resolve commercial issues, drive continuous improvement, provide innovative ideas to streamline processes and develop savings opportunities.
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Improve supplier relationships through collaboration, mutual waste elimination and relationship building tools such as the Strategic Supplier Engagement program (SSE)
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Keep abreast of current industry developments and trends in areas of expertise
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Adhere to corporate, purchasing and accounting policies and procedures
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Lead on-going contract governance, compliance and supplier performance
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Support and lead additional required projects as assigned my management
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Execute deliverables in support of the logistics organization's business objectives.
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Ensure business objectives are met or exceeded in all areas including customer, quality, service, responsiveness, people, product and financial initiatives.
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Identify problems, update or modify work methods that may be complex in the work area without the benefit of defined procedures.
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Promote GM's values and makes customer-focused decisions.
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Remove Roadblocks & Resolving Issues/Complaints: Observe and step up to remove roadblocks and resolve potential issues.
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5+ years relevant work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, logistics or product development (any internship or co-op experience will not be considered)
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Ability to work independently and self-directed
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Demonstrates strong personal initiative
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Exceptional business acumen
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Strong personal drive to learn, grow and develop
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Ability to build positive relationships with demanding cross-functional stakeholders
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Professional interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
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High level of organizational skills to prioritize, handle multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously, and meet deadlines
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Strong analytical ability to solve complex problems
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Experience managing commercial issues with suppliers and assessing supplier performance
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Willing to travel 5-10% domestically + internationally
