Strategic Global Sourcing Leader

generalmotors; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Senior Global Sourcing Manager within GPSC to lead complex global sourcing initiatives across multiple commodity areas. The role emphasizes autonomous work, strategic supplier engagements, and alignment with enterprise value objectives.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in purchasing and supply chain, strong data analysis, and proven negotiation skills. The position is hybrid, requiring periodic travel and collaboration with cross-functional teams globally.

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, logistics, finance, account management or product development.
• Data judgement and data-driven decision making.
• Strong communication to stakeholders at all levels.
• Develops and maintains constructive working relationships.
• Negotiation to reach meaningful agreements.
• Analytical thinking to evaluate multiple factors in decisions.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for purchasing all or portions of materials, supplies, machinery, tooling, and services.
• Lead complex global sourcing and negotiations with supplier partners.
• Execute global/regional material budgets and track on-time metrics.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to align RFQ components.
• Lead supplier relationship management initiatives and KPI reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement and identify savings opportunities.

Skills

Data Judgement

Informative Communication

Relationship Management

Negotiation

Analytical Thinking

Results Focus

Workload Management

SAP experience

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Finance, related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

General Motors is seeking a Senior Global Sourcing Manager within GPSC to lead complex global sourcing initiatives across multiple commodity areas. The role emphasizes autonomous work, strategic supplier engagements, and alignment with enterprise value objectives.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in purchasing and supply chain, strong data analysis, and proven negotiation skills. The position is hybrid, requiring periodic travel and collaboration with cross-functional teams globally.