Tactical Operations Coordinator

General Motors of Canada; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic professional to join their hybrid team in Warren. This role involves working cross-functionally with various departments to tackle critical supply issues and enhance delivery performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in purchasing, supply chain, or logistics, and will be expected to travel frequently. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to innovation and inclusivity. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

Healthcare plans

401K matching contributions

Tuition assistance

Discount on GM vehicles

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in purchasing, supply chain, or logistics required.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead conference calls on critical supply issues.
• Liaise between purchasing, engineering, and suppliers to resolve issues.
• Improve supplier delivery performance through process improvements.

Skills

Purchasing

Supply Chain Management

Manufacturing

Logistics

Program/Product Management

Technical Support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Job Description

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren – GM Global Technical Center three times per week, at minimum or other frequency dictated by the business.

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.

• 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

• Keep management updated frequently, consistent with the issues urgency

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing, supply chain, manufacturing, program/product management, logistics or product development

• Expect 75%+ travel

• Provide Executive Reports as Required

Education:

Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, related field, or equivalent work experience

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related advanced degree a plus

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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About GM

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Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers, and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

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