General Motors

Lead Senior Sourcing Manager- Logistics

General Motors$110K — $130K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain roles (internship or co-op not considered)
  • Strong self-direction and personal initiative
  • Exceptional business acumen
  • Ability to build relationships with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills for handling multiple projects
  • Analytical skills for complex problem-solving

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategy development for global CTs and review global packages
  • Develop and execute a procurement strategy considering market trends
  • Manage sourcing packages using Global Purchasing Supply Chain processes
  • Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers
  • Conduct supplier KPI reviews and contract governance
  • Drive continuous improvement through innovative process ideas
  • Align decisions with cross-functional teams

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment requiring in-office presence 3 times a week
  • Potential relocation benefits available
  • Opportunity to engage in impactful projects across functions
  • Professional development and growth opportunities in logistics
  • Exposure to global supply chain dynamics and trends
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position is responsible for supporting relationship management with logistic suppliers and service providers. Some of the responsibilities include but not limited to:
  • Leading the global CT through strategy development, reviewing global Packages before they are reviewed with the leadership team, Compliance reviews, maintaining sourcing pipeline, Business Over Time, strategy presentations, Training global Buyers, etc.
  • Develop and execute a robust procurement strategy based on detailed internal purchase requirements, market trends and technology.
  • 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
  • Analyze and apply appropriate tools, e.g., benchmarking, competitive sourcing, targeted sourcing, bundling, supplier negotiations etc. to drive best total enterprise cost
  • Negotiate commercial terms - including price, duration, terms, and conditions, etc.
  • Perform rate management activities including spot buys, rate analysis and supplier requests
  • Participate in supplier KPI reviews
  • Develop in-depth analysis on contract and overall business impact, budget activities
  • Collaborate with GM Legal staff to develop and negotiate terms and conditions
  • Drive decision alignment with cross-functional disciplines (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, Logistics Engineering/Planning/Operations)
  • Resolve commercial issues, drive continuous improvement, provide innovative ideas to streamline processes and develop savings opportunities.
  • Improve supplier relationships through collaboration, mutual waste elimination and relationship building tools such as the Strategic Supplier Engagement program (SSE)
  • Keep abreast of current industry developments and trends in areas of expertise
  • Adhere to corporate, purchasing and accounting policies and procedures
  • Lead on-going contract governance, compliance and supplier performance
  • Support and lead additional required projects as assigned my management
  • Execute deliverables in support of the logistics organization's business objectives.
  • Ensure business objectives are met or exceeded in all areas including customer, quality, service, responsiveness, people, product and financial initiatives.
  • Identify problems, update or modify work methods that may be complex in the work area without the benefit of defined procedures.
  • Promote GM's values and makes customer-focused decisions.
  • Remove Roadblocks & Resolving Issues/Complaints: Observe and step up to remove roadblocks and resolve potential issues.


Competencies Required:
  • 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)
  • Ability to work independently and self-directed
  • Demonstrates strong personal initiative
  • Exceptional business acumen
  • Strong personal drive to learn, grow and develop
  • Ability to build positive relationships with demanding cross-functional stakeholders
  • Professional interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
  • High level of organizational skills to prioritize, handle multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously, and meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical ability to solve complex problems
  • Experience managing commercial issues with suppliers and assessing supplier performance
  • Willing to travel 5-10% domestically + internationally


Preferred:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, related field
  • International logistics experience is preferred
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}.This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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1908
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