Buyer - Exhaust Systems

Description
Hybrid This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Cole Engineering Center Tower, Warren MI three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business]
The position will be responsible for sourcing exhaust systems, and/or components. This is a non-supervisory position, responsible for developing and aligning supplier strategy with advanced computing technology, including supplier roadmaps, contract development and execution. The position will challenge the candidate to go deep into the supply chain and uncover key suppliers and offer the candidate the opportunity to work closely with the advanced technical teams.
Responsibilities include but not limited to :

• Responsible for maintaining sourcing pipeline, benchmarking data, strategy presentations, global budget and on-time metrics
• Keep abreast of current product developments and trends in exhaust systems and components to develop and execute a robust strategy
• Adhere to corporate and unit purchasing and accounting practices and procedures
• Sourcing and Contracting Activities that include, but not limited to:
  o Sourcing event bid strategy & management
  o Bid analytics
  o Coordination and alignment of RFQ package components, including Terms & Conditions, SOR, technical documentation
  o Leadership sourcing recommendation / alignment
• Management of sourcing documentation related to bid events in adherence to the GM Audit Services
• Cooperate with legal to negotiate special contract terms
• Daily supplier interface activities on all commercial items
• Support commercial budget activities
• Support logistics supplier management initiatives, including "Strategic Supplier Engagement"
• Nurture relationship with strategic suppliers by acting as a focal point for commercial issue resolution
• Perform rate management activities including spot buys, rate analysis and supplier requests
• Participate in supplier KPI 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 post graduate experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain
• 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%
• SAP experience or ability to learn purchasing systems

What Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Previous Exhaust system purchasing experience
• Experience in technologically complex industry
• 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

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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