Description

Work Arrangement:

This role is categorized as hybrid . This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Cole Engineering Center , Warren MI three times per week, at minimum.

The Role:

As a Buyer for Advanced Tech & Innovation, you will be responsible for purchase of all or a specific portion of productive and/or non-productive materials, supplies, machinery, tooling and/or services. Responsible for actively participating in the development of commodity strategy, sourcing/negotiations, global/regional material budget execution, and collaborate with suppliers or internal partners. The work is of a sophisticated nature involving a considerable amount of initiative, analytical work and judgment.

What You’ll Do:

All Sourcing and Contracting Activities that including sourcing event bid strategy & management, bid analytics, coordination, and alignment of RFQ package components, including Terms & Conditions, SOR, RFQ documentation, leadership sourcing recommendation / alignment, and management of sourcing documentation related to bid events in adherence to the GM Audit Services
Daily supplier interface activities on all commercial items
Drive commercial budget activities
Support supply chain activities & disruptions to find alternative solutions
Support supplier management initiatives, including “Strategic Supplier Engagement”
Cultivate relationships with strategic suppliers by acting as a focal point for commercial issue resolution
Perform rate management activities including benchmarking, rate analysis, and read-across opportunities
Participate in supplier performance reviews

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

2+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, logistics or product development
Developing Contracts / Agreements – minimum 1 year post-grad experience
Project Execution – minimum 1 year post-grad experience
Experience with commodities (metals, stampings, castings, plastics, resins, paint, electronics, etc.)
Experience managing commercial issues with suppliers and assessing supplier performance
Demonstrated competence in negotiating skills
Professional interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
High level of analytical ability where problems can be somewhat complex
Developed organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
Proficient with Microsoft office products - Word, Excel, PowerPoint
SAP
MRP Systems
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, related field, or equivalent work experience
Ability to travel at least 10 % of time Domestically

Candidates must demonstrate the following required competencies:

Negotiation
Communication
Analytical Thinking
Workload Management
Relationship Management
Vendor/Supplier Management
Data Judgment

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related advanced degree
Automotive industry experience
Knowledge of procurement software and materials management
Capable of interpreting market data
Able to read blueprints and 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 (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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