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Description
General Purpose of Position :
Purchasing : 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 independent judgment.
Supply Chain & Logistics: Support the flow of material to stamping centers, powertrain facilities, and assembly plants; as well as the transportation of finished vehicles to domestic dealers and international sales partners. Complete projects that develop, validate and implement network designs, operating plans, container specifications, total enterprise cost analysis.
Potential Locations : Warren, MI – Pontiac, MI – Grand Blanc, MI – Detroit, MI
Preferred Critical Skills :
Experience with commodities (metals, stampings, castings, plastics, resins, paint, electronics, etc)
Experience managing commercial issues with suppliers and assessing supplier performance
Demonstrated competence in negotiating skills
Automotive industry experience
Knowledge of procurement software
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
Required Qualifications :
Currently working towards a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
GPA of 3.0
Professional interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
High level of analytical ability where problems can be somewhat complex
Developed organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
Proficient with Microsoft office products – Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Additional Information :
Jobs may include:
Travel
Ability to work additional shifts
Right to work in U.S. without sponsorship
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or protected veteran status.
Qualifications
The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Primary Location
US-MI-Warren (Tech Ctr)
Posting Date
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Jul 26, 2016, 5:33:53 PM
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Ongoing
Job
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Purchasing and Supply Chain
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