Buyer - Autonomous Enabling Technology at General Motors

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Job Description

Hybrid This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Warren Technical Center three times per week, at minimum.  This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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 development of commodity strategy, sourcing/negotiations, global/regional material budget execution, and interface with suppliers or internal stakeholders.  
• Work is of a complex nature involving a considerable amount of initiative, analytical work and a high level of independent judgment.
• Partner with Program Managers to represent purchasing and communicate program requirements/vehicle line overview.
• Nurture relationship with strategic suppliers by acting as a focal point for commercial issue resolution

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• 2+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, logistics, or product development
• Experience with commodities required
• 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

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• 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
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, related field, or equivalent work experience

Preferred:  

• Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related advanced degree a plus

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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Job Info:

• Company: General Motors
• Position: Buyer - Autonomous Enabling Technology
• Work Location: Warren, MI
• Country: US

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