Global Sourcing Manager - Human Machine Interface (HMI)

The Role As a Global Sourcing Manager, 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.  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. What You’ll Do 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  Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) 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,  a bility 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   What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) 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  

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