Lead Tact Ops Manager - Exterior

General Motors Africa & Middle East; United States; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors Africa & Middle East is seeking a seasoned professional to coordinate cross-functional efforts across Purchasing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, Logistics and manufacturing facilities. You will address critical supply issues, drive proactive strategies and support business transfers, with a focus on improving supplier delivery and lead times.

The role requires extensive collaboration, deep knowledge of manufacturing processes, and the ability to communicate effectively with

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-graduate experience in purchasing, supply chain, industrial, manufacturing, or logistics.
• Willing to travel spontaneously 75% domestically/internationally; passport required.
• Valid passport is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in calls on critical supply issues and business transfers.
• Coordinate between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, logistics and suppliers to resolve issues and provide technical support.
• Determine root causes of supplier delivery problems and implement timely resolutions.
• Assist in development and implementation of corrective actions for critical issues.
• Improve delivery performance of suppliers through process improvements and lead-time reductions.
• May participate as member or resource to product development teams.
• Provide executive reports as required and keep management updated on issue urgency.

Skills

Supply chain management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, related field

Job description

The Role:

Working cross-functionally with Purchasing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, Containerization, Logistics and GM assembly / manufacturing plants to facilitate critical supply issues and business transfers. This group deals with short term capacity issues caused by broken tools or equipment, fires, floods, and any other related supplier shortage issues.

What You'll Do:

• Support / Lead conference calls with business transfers and critical supply issues
• Function as liaison between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, logistics and suppliers to resolve issues and to provide technical support
• Determine the cause of supplier delivery problems and coordinate/implement effective and timely resolutions
• Help assess and assist in the development and implementation of corrective actions for critical issues
• Improve delivery performance of suppliers by identifying process improvements and lead time reduction opportunities
• May participate as member or resource to product development teams
• Regularly exchange information with others inside and outside the work group including GM and supplier facilities
• Work with Supplier Risk Management team with Financially Troubled Suppliers
• Lead and support Proactive and Predictive strategy vision and engage in projects related to developing this strategy
• Understand and implement standardize work practices.
• Keep management updated frequently , consistent with the issues urgency
• Provide Executive Reports as Required

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• 5+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing, supply chain, industrial, manufacturing, or logistics
• Expect to travel spontaneously 75% domestically/Internationally at Suppliers Overnight + Weekends
• Must have a valid passport

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, related field
• 5+ years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing Operations
• 3+ years of experience in die casting or machining operations
• Excellent communication and command skills are necessary to be successful in this position.
• Broad understanding of manufacturing processes including , material handling, Inventory management, OEE, Capacity , throughput etc.
• Demonstrate excellent level of analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and supplier to solve problems and resolve issues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and significantly complex cases and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results.
• Ability to prepare and present information to various levels and audiences.

Additional Information:

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1‑B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J‑1, etc).

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.

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