Buyer- Propulsion

GM • Warren, MI

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Role - As a Buyer 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.

Requirements

• 2+ years relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, logistics, or product development (any internship or co-op experience will not be considered)
• High level of capability to work independently
• Highly proficient oral and written communication skills
• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and complex
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Negotiation skills
• Ability to prioritize assignments/projects and multi-task within restricted time
• Capable of interpreting contracts
• Demonstrated global business skills
• Ability to travel 5—10% travel Domestically + Internationally

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, related field
• Cost analysis, or manufacturing experience
• Automotive industry experience
• Knowledge of 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
• Experience with commodities

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining sourcing pipeline, benchmarking data, strategy presentations, global budget, and on-time metrics
• Adhere to corporate and departmental purchasing and accounting practices and procedures
• Sourcing and contracting activities that include, but are not limited to: Sourcing strategy, bid list development & management Quote analysis and review Coordination and alignment of RFQ package components, including Terms & Conditions, SOR compliance, technical documentation and quality alignment Leadership sourcing recommendation and alignment with cross-functional teams Management of sourcing documentation related to RFQ process in adherence to the GM Audit Services requirements
• Support direct material budget activities
• Lead/Support supplier relationship management initiatives, including “Strategic Supplier Engagement” and nurture relationship with suppliers by acting as a focal point for commercial issue resolution
• Perform change management activities
• Lead or represent the purchasing function in supplier KPI reviews
• Represent purchasing and support mitigation of supply chain disruptions
• Promote GM’s behaviors and values and makes customer-focused decisions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level