Business Planner – Autonomous Robotics Center (ARC)

General Motors • Warren, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Autonomous Robotics Center (ARC) is looking for innovators who are passionate about tackling meaningful work that will shape the future of GM, Manufacturing and the automotive industry. This is a role for those who embrace change, push through obstacles, and take ownership of complex problems. This work will have challenging moments testing one's resilience, at the same time it will allow you to find purpose in your work, flexibility, and the support of a people-first culture. If you’re ready to grow, thrive, and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. WHAT: As a Business Planner, you will manage business processes, communications, and culture as we move into an exciting future. You'll leverage your strategic thinking to develop and implement plans ensuring the organizations capabilities align with the company’s long-term goals. HOW: Supporting the organization and plants to make it happen for our customers.

Requirements

• 3-6+ years of experience related to Manufacturing or Engineering processes, project management, or business operations
• Proven ability to articulate visionary concepts effectively and communicate professionally and concisely to all levels of leadership
• Demonstrated project and process management and prowess
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Self-starter and resourcefully independent

Nice To Haves

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and metrics
• Experience related to vehicle manufacturing, vehicle assembly, robotics, automation, or GM launch processes
• Experiencing managing a budget including forecasting

Responsibilities

• Support the ARC Directors in the organization and running of the business (staff meetings, special assignments, etc.) on a team of business planners
• Support the business planning strategy and internal business processes for the organization
• Track the execution of strategic initiatives versus the business plan.
• Analyze key operating metrics such as Manufacturing Cost Per Unit (MCPU)
• A strong understanding of the business landscape and the competitive environment is essential for making sound strategic decisions; external business knowledge and benchmarking
• Partner with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and increased efficiency
• Develop and conduct presentations for all levels of management
• Foster a forward-thinking work culture that embraces change and navigates future organizational and industry challenges
• Build and nurture strategic relationships across various functions including all ME Centers, ARC, manufacturing, engineering and program management to synergize efforts towards future innovations

Benefits

• From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed