Global Sourcing Strategy Lead

General Motors; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Senior Global Sourcing Manager to drive purchasing for materials, equipment, and services worldwide. You will develop commodity strategies, lead negotiations with key suppliers, and manage direct material budgets across regions.

The role emphasizes autonomy, senior judgment, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize enterprise value and drive continuous improvement within General Motors’ Global Purchasing and Supply Chain functions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in purchasing, supply chain, or program management.
• Proven data analysis and judgment for strategic decisions.
• Strong communication to diverse audiences.
• Ability to build and maintain supplier relationships.
• Negotiation and cross-functional alignment skills.
• Analytical thinking to assess market trends and impacts.
• Results-driven with strong prioritization and execution.

Responsibilities

• Owns large portions of productive and non-productive purchases.
• Develops commodity strategies and leads global sourcing.
• Negotiates with key supplier partners and drives cost savings.
• Manages budgets and aligns with enterprise procurement goals.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Maintains sourcing pipeline and KPI reviews.
• Leads procurement documentation and contract activities.
• Drives continuous improvement and automation opportunities.
• Supports or leads strategic projects as needed.

Skills

Data Judgement

Informative Communication

Relationship Management

Negotiation

Analytical Thinking

Results Focus

Workload Management

Travel readiness

Strategic Sourcing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Purchasing, SCM, Finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

General Motors is seeking a Senior Global Sourcing Manager to drive purchasing for materials, equipment, and services worldwide. You will develop commodity strategies, lead negotiations with key suppliers, and manage direct material budgets across regions.

The role emphasizes autonomy, senior judgment, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize enterprise value and drive continuous improvement within General Motors’ Global Purchasing and Supply Chain functions.