General Motors

Lead Global Sourcing Manager - ICE & EV Component Purchasing

General Motors • $100K — $130K *
Warren, MI 48089Hybrid
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • 5+ years in purchasing, supply chain, or related fields (no internships accepted)
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
  • Experience resolving complex supplier issues
  • Proficient negotiation skills
  • Effective oral and written communication
  • High analytical ability in managing complex problems
  • Independent working capability with a focus on collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a global commodity strategy
  • Maintain sourcing pipelines and benchmarking data
  • Manage global Creativity Team meetings
  • Lead cross-functional ECT meetings
  • Support business planning and supplier development initiatives
  • Collaborate to improve global strategy with SGM counterparts
  • Assist with issue resolution for global/regional buyers

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement
  • Opportunity for travel (10-25%)
  • Work with a global team on innovative projects
  • Engagement with upper management on strategic planning
  • Access to a variety of advanced sourcing tools
  • Chance to influence sourcing strategy at a global level
Full Job Description

Job Description

The Role
The Lead Global Sourcing Manager is responsible for leading a global Creativity Team.  Primary responsibility is to develop and implement sourcing strategies on a global basis by working with cross functional stakeholders to meet sourcing objectives, achieve cost savings deliverables and support supplier development.   The selected candidate would also be responsible for actively participating in sourcing/negotiations, global material budget execution, and supporting business planning activities for the business unit.  Work is of a difficult nature involving a considerable amount of initiative, analytical work, negotiations, and a high level of independent judgment.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop and execute a robust commodity strategy based on market and technology trends for key commodities
  • Maintain sourcing pipeline and Business Over Time, benchmarking data, CT strategy presentations, global budget and on-time metrics
  • Manage global Creativity Team meetings
  • Lead ECT meeting with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Support SMT leadership with business planning and top supplier development initiatives
  • Work with SGM counterparts to improve and align global strategy for future programs
  • Support global/regional buyers with resolution of issues which require global leadership engagement
  • Keep abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise
  • Adhere to corporate and unit purchasing and accounting practices and procedures
  • Utilize the GPSC sourcing process to manage sourcing packages (RFQ, Quote Analysis and Source Selection) and to establish a capable/competitive global supply base
  • Analyze and apply appropriate tools, i.e., benchmarking, global competitive sourcing, value chain analysis, supplier negotiations, engineering change cost containment, technical cost reduction, part/system reuse, etc. 

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • 5+ years relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, engineering, logistics or product development (any internship or co-op experience will not be considered)
  • Developed organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
  • Experience leading the assessment and resolution of commercial issues with complex global suppliers and assessing supplier performance
  • Experience supporting executives in business planning activities and supplier development
  • Demonstrated competence in negotiation skills
  • High level of oral and written communication skills
  • High level of interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others and to collaborate cross-functionally across multiple regions
  • High level of analytical ability where problems can be complex
  • High level of capability to work independently
  • Proficient with Microsoft office products - Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Ability to travel 10-15% of time domestically and internationally.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • MBA is preferred
  • Automotive industry experience
  • Understanding of program deliverables and profitability
  • Knowledge of materials management
  • Capable of interpreting market data
  • Able to understand basic engineering documents
  • Solid knowledge of contract law and its applications regarding purchasing processes
  • Ability to work globally, independently, and self-directed
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

About General Motors

General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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