Supply Demand Planning Manager

General Motors Corporation; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors Corporation in Warren, Michigan, is seeking a Supply Demand Planning Manager to lead cross-functional demand forecasting and supply alignment for vehicle programs and aftersales.

The role emphasizes capacity analysis, collaboration with Purchasing, Scheduling, Operations and suppliers, and continuous improvement of planning tools and processes in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years post‑graduate experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, manufacturing, logistics or related fields.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to translate complex concepts into clear visuals (data storytelling).
• Knowledge of basic statistical and mathematical tools for problem solving and data analysis.
• Proven project management and cross-functional coordination capabilities.
• Ability to adapt in evolving program environments and drive accountability.

Responsibilities

• Manage project status, sufficiency plans, issue closure, and performance metrics.
• Develop, review, and maintain global tooling letters and capacity rates.
• Conduct capacity simulations for future content and production changes.
• Identify demand–supply disconnects and plan mitigations with stakeholders.
• Coordinate actions across Purchasing, Scheduling, Operations and suppliers.
• Represent Supply Planning in cross-functional forums and launches.
• Support flawless launches by escalating capacity risks and tracking actions.
• Improve capacity-analysis processes using data and tools.

Skills

Communication skills

Data storytelling

Statistics

Analytical skills

Project Management

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Cross-functional coordination

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Job description

## Supply Demand Planning ManagerApply: Hybrid: Warren, Michigan, United States of America: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR-202621633**Job Description****Overview:** Cradle to grave responsibility of new and existing vehicle programs comprising of various tasks across the Global Vehicle/Propulsion Development cycle focused on the Demand Supply organization including support for Accessories and Customer Care & Aftersales. The Demand & Supply Planning Manager leads cross-functional efforts to forecast demand, align supply plans, and identify and resolve long-term capacity constraints. This role uses data and analytical tools to support strategic decisions across planning horizons, improve collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers, and provide clear visibility into supply limitations. Leads multiple initiatives and drives the continuous improvement of planning tools, processes, and capabilities. **What You’ll Do:*** Manage project status, sufficiency plans, issue closure, and performance metrics.* Develop, review, approve, and maintain Global Tooling Letters and vehicle/part Lean Capacity Rates.* Conduct capacity simulations and studies for future content, program milestones, and production changes.* Identify and resolve demand–supply disconnects, capacity constraints, and future supply gaps.* Partner with Purchasing, Scheduling, Program Execution, Program Purchasing, Operations, and suppliers on constraint-resolution plans.* Represent Supply Planning and Supply organizations in cross-functional forums, including PET, ECE, Launch/Vertical Order Fulfillment, and Operations Planning.* Support flawless launches by proactively identifying, escalating, and resolving capacity risks across new vehicle programs.* Drive transparency of capacity issues and track mitigation plans through implementation and closure.* Improve capacity-analysis processes and use available data and tools to identify constraints at least one year in advance.* Perform on-site analysis, develop corrective actions, and support strategic crisis management as needed.* Provide root-cause feedback to advance Global Capacity Management processes.* Support B1 sourcing generation, distribution, and ecosystem maintenance, along with strategic company initiatives. **Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):*** 2+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, manufacturing, logistics, manufacturing or product development (any internship or co-op experience will not be considered)* Excellent communication skills both verbal & written* Ability to communicate complex concepts in simple, visual terms suitable to a wide cross-section of audiences (data storytelling)* Working knowledge of basic statistical and mathematical tools for problem solving and data analysis* Highly motivated self-starter with ability to work in sometimes ambiguous situations* Ability to work in an ever-changing/evolving program environment* Ability to coordinate activities across multiple organizations* Project Management skills* Strong problem-solving capability; strong analytical skills* Strong team player with excellent collaboration skills* Managerial courage; ability to stand along **What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):*** Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, related field* Experience building reports in Power BIGM 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}.This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.