Manager - SCM Strategy

AM GENERAL LLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AM General, Auburn Hills, MI, is seeking a Procurement/Strategic Sourcing leader to guide purchasing plans and cross-functional collaboration across finance, operations, and legal. You will drive supplier selection, market analytics, and KPI-driven cost savings programs.

The role requires building teams, delivering data-driven insights, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Strong project management and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field; advanced degree/certification a plus.
• Proven experience in developing supply chain strategies, implementing purchasing processes, and creating KPI dashboards.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision making.
• Solid understanding of business operations, financial management, and value drivers across functions.
• Excellent strategic thinking and business acumen; VA/VE opportunity identification.
• Strong project management skills; ability to lead cross-functional teams to completion.
• Effective communication and presentation skills; ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Familiarity with industry regulations and compliance considerations.
• Self-motivated and results-driven; ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic purchasing plans aligned with project goals and objectives.
• Lead team members, provide guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop project requirements, specifications, and timelines for procurement.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on capability, reliability, cost, and quality.
• Monitor market trends and industry developments for cost-saving opportunities.
• Analyze data and generate reports on purchasing activities and savings for senior management.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, and legal to coordinate procurement activities.
• Stay updated on laws, regulations, and best practices in procurement and supply chain.
• Conduct analyses of supply chain processes to identify improvement areas and value creation.
• Develop strategies to capture value and drive revenue growth across functions.
• Lead cost optimization initiatives and drive efficiency improvements.

Skills

Leadership & team management

Analytical & problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Project management

Vendor management

Data-driven decisions

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration / supply chain / engineering

Job description

INTRODUCTION TO AM GENERAL

AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us.

We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith!

We are Responsive We have Integrity We are Dynamic We exhibit Excellence

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement strategic purchasing plans aligned with project goals and objectives
• Lead team members, provide guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback
• Act as project manager and partner with cross functional team to develop project requirements, specifications, and timelines to proactively plan procurement activities
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers and vendors based on their capabilities, reliability, cost-effectiveness, and quality of goods and services
• Continuously monitor market trends, industry developments, and technological advancements to identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings
• Analyze data and generate reports on purchasing activities, performance, and cost savings for senior management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and legal, to ensure seamless integration and coordination of purchasing activities
• Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices related to procurement and supply chain management
• Conduct comprehensive analysis of our supply chain management processes to identify areas of potential value creation and improvement
• Develop and implement strategies to capture additional value and drive revenue growth across various business functions, such as sales, marketing, operations, and supply chain
• Lead cost optimization initiatives, including identifying cost reduction opportunities, implementing efficiency improvements, and driving procurement strategies to enhance profitability
• Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of value capture initiatives and track progress towards financial goals
• Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts to identify areas for improvement and cost savings

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or certification is a plus
• Proven experience in developing supply chain strategies, implementing new purchasing processes, and creating KPI dashboards
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to gather and analyze complex data, draw meaningful insights, and make data-driven decisions
• Solid understanding of business operations, financial management, and value drivers across various functions
• Excellent strategic thinking and business acumen, with the ability to identify and capitalize on VA/VE opportunities
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive initiatives to completion
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and compliance considerations
• Self-motivated and results-driven, with the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Sight: must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner, including regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Hearing: must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicate

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Location: This position operates between an office and manufacturing plant environment and is often assigned to a specific shift or hours. The Employee must be able to perform job functions in an environment with varying difficult work conditions such as extreme cold, heat, inclement weather, at heights, and/or while exposed to constant/intermittent loud noises
• Teamwork: This position will work with others to ensure efficiency in the workplace
• Listening Skills: This position will need to understand how to use machinery properly and safely to prevent accidents and ensure all tasks are completed accurately
• Ability to follow instructions: Managers assign tasks and responsibilities, which vary; this position should be able to follow instructions competently
• Methodical approach: Production lines follow a set process, so this position needs a methodical approach to ensure all tasks are completed in the correct order for a smooth-running production line
• Concentration: This position may perform the same or similar tasks repeatedly, so a strong level of concentration when carrying out these tasks is important for quality control purposes. This role is often fast paced, so being able to maintain focus at all times is important

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Up to 15% travel may be required

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