General Motors

Senior Principal Architect - Enterprise Resilience

General Motors$130K — $180K *
Enterprise Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience leading cross-functional and/or global initiatives
  • Advanced business acumen with an understanding of business implications
  • Comprehensive knowledge of GM Financial's operations
  • Recognized expert across the business unit
  • Proven relationship management and influencing skills
  • Strong decision-making abilities with a sense of urgency
  • Ability to foster trust and collaboration across teams

Responsibilities

  • Lead projects and initiatives using technical expertise
  • Be a trusted partner to senior leaders by providing subject matter guidance
  • Drive thought leadership and advocate for new methodologies
  • Contribute to the business unit's vision and translate it into actionable solutions
  • Promote open communication and seek diverse input
  • Nurture a culture of trust, inclusion, and engagement within the team
  • Drive cross-team solutions and proactively address issues

Benefits

  • 401K matching
  • Bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid)
  • Tuition assistance
  • Training opportunities
  • GM employee auto discount
  • Community service pay
  • Nine company holidays
  • Flexible hybrid work environment (4-days in office)
Full Job Description
Job Description

Responsibilities

About the role:

The Senior Principal Architect, Enterprise Resilience will be a key influencer in the achievement of strategic alignment and provide a positive impact on business value. This person will work with leaders in the business unit to identify initiatives with high impact which drive the business strategy forward. The person in this role is also expected to be an energetic, dynamic and innovative leader and influencer, acting as an avid promoter of process improvement to enhance productivity and performance of assigned business area. The Senior Principal is an established and recognized figure both internally and externally. This person will represent GM Financial in the broader community and serve as a de-facto ambassador for the organization. It will be important for the Senior Principal to maintain a strong network in the community and represent GM Financial well.

In this role you will...
  • Lead projects and initiatives through technical expertise
  • Be a trusted and valued partner of business senior leaders by providing subject matter expertise, guidance and support for related business unit
  • Drive technical thought-leadership, acting as a change agent and advocate for new methodologies that enable higher levels of business agility and operational excellence
  • Contribute to the business unit's vision, goals and strategies, translating vision to solutions while balancing risk, investment needs and fit for purpose
  • Promote open communication that welcomes information sharing, seeks input from others and values diverse viewpoints
  • Nurture a strong internal network by working across the business unit to foster a culture of trust, inclusion, engagement and integrity
  • Drive cross-team solutions, anticipating and addressing problems ahead of the need by acting as a key influencer across business units


Qualifications

What makes you a dream candidate?
  • Experience with leading cross-functional and/or global initiatives from start to finish
  • Advanced knowledge of business acumen and a deep understanding of business implications of decisions
  • In-depth understanding of company values, mission, vision and strategic direction
  • Comprehensive knowledge of GM Financial's business operations
  • Recognized as an expert across the business unit
  • Advanced relationship management skills and ability to influence others to achieve results by working across the business unit, being open to ideas and actively engaging and influencing others
  • Proven skills in providing leadership through mentorship, influence, inspiration, collaboration and teamwork
  • Exemplifies professional behavior in using logic, analysis and judgment when encountering challenges
  • Strong ability to map long-term vision for the business unit and generate innovative ideas that create value
  • Ability to maintain and grow strong working relationships and build trust with peers, cross-functional partners and related professional organizations
  • Demonstrated ability to make smart decisions with a strong sense of urgency to accelerate continuous progression


Experience:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Bachelor's Degree or Associate Degree plus 2 additional years of relevant experience required
  • 12+ years in related function(s) required
  • 5-7 years of experience leading through mentorship in related field required
  • 5-7 years of experience driving thought leadership and innovation across products required
  • Relevant certifications and/or licenses required


What We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.

Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture - an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work - we thrive.

Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility.

Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 4-days a week in office.

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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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1908
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