Global Automation Strategy & Sourcing Leader

General Motors; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Senior Global Commodity Manager for Automation Strategy & Purchasing in Warren, Michigan. The role involves leading the strategy, sourcing, and deployment of automation solutions across GM’s global operations. Responsibilities include team leadership and the development of multi-year automation roadmaps. Candidates should have over 10 years in purchasing/supply chain and a strong background in automation technologies. The position offers a hybrid work model requiring occasional travel to plants and suppliers.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, operations, or manufacturing engineering.
• People leadership experience with teams of 4–5 direct reports.
• Expertise in sourcing, supplier management, and contract/commercial structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team focused on automation strategy.
• Develop automation purchasing strategies and roadmaps.
• Partner with teams to integrate automation sourcing early in planning.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Sourcing and supplier management

Automation expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or related field

Tools

Power BI

Job description

General Motors is seeking a Senior Global Commodity Manager for Automation Strategy & Purchasing in Warren, Michigan. The role involves leading the strategy, sourcing, and deployment of automation solutions across GM’s global operations. Responsibilities include team leadership and the development of multi-year automation roadmaps. Candidates should have over 10 years in purchasing/supply chain and a strong background in automation technologies. The position offers a hybrid work model requiring occasional travel to plants and suppliers.