Global Sourcing Manager - Human Machine Interface (HMI)

General Motors•Warren, MI

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Global Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for the purchase of all or a specific portion of productive and/or non-productive materials, supplies, machinery, tooling, and/or services. You will be expected to actively participate in the development of a commodity strategy, executing sourcing and negotiations, contribute to global material budget execution, and collaboration with suppliers and internal partners. Work requires a demonstrated ability to function collaboratively, display initiative, an ability to assess options via analysis, as well as a capability to exercise independent judgment and recommend plans of action for the larger commodity team.

Requirements

2+ 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)
Demonstrates ability to execute with direction or support in the following competencies: Data Judgement – Competency using automated tools, ability to objectively analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions; Informative Communication - Ability to communicate relevant information to the appropriate audience both effectively and timely; Relationship Management - Develops and maintains constructive, cooperative working relationships
At a minimum, has an emerging ability showcasing understanding of the process and willingness to learn and apply knowledge in the following competencies: Negotiation - engage in collaborative discussions to reach meaningful agreements; Analytical Thinking - Consider various factors in decision making to determine solutions and their impacts; Results Focus - Take charge without prompting, seize opportunities and deliver on time; Workload Management - Manage multiple tasks with quality; prioritize by critical needs
SAP experience or ability to learn purchasing systems
Ability to travel 5-10% Domestically + Internationally

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, related field
Experience with commodities
Cost analysis or manufacturing experience
Automotive industry experience
Knowledge of Capacity and Materials Management
Capable of drawing conclusions from complex data, market trends and the regulatory environment
Ability to understand basic engineering documents and technical drivers for the applicable commodities
Knowledge of contract law as it applies to the purchasing processes

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