Description
Sponsorship: 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.
On-site: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Factory Zero on a full-time basis.
Our electric future is now! Factory ZERO is an automotive assembly plant at the cutting edge of product and manufacturing processes. We strive for excellence in developing and sustaining the manufacturing enablers to quickly bring to market the most advanced and innovative automotive products to date. The products being built at Factory ZERO encompass General Motors corporate vision of "Zero crashes, Zero emissions, Zero congestion." This requires us to employ the most energetic, capable, and innovative talent to ensure we meet the challenges of developing the new manufacturing processes required to assemble amazing products. We offer a progressive and inclusive work environment that questions the status-quo daily to strengthen our reputation of being an incubator for new manufacturing processes and automation. We value community outreach and have a strong presence in our neighborhoods. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to learn new skills as well as influencing the development of manufacturing processes to support this historical and game-changing progression to electric and autonomous vehicles.
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The Role:
Responsible as the leader in the office to manage and maintain all office related items and functions. This position is a people leader position and will have six (6) to ten (10) direct reports. This position will manage cross functionally with the Ryder team and have overall responsibility for their performance as well.
What You'll Do:
- Manages material and production control operations
- Audits lead logistics provider (LLP) billing
- Manages supplier and production schedules
- Administers internal control audits
- Develops standardized work for office
- Supports the suggestion program
- Administers the LLP process
- Authorizes 3rd party service provider payments
- Oversees new and major material and production control activities for GSC
- Develops and maintains material availability reports
- Coordinate API/cycle counts/estimation sampling
- Supervises pilot and lead unit material procurement
- Coordinates service part requests and schedules
- Develops and trains people (backfill, planning and succession)
- Meets transportation and inventory budgets
- Drives inventory reduction plans
- Minimizes the use of premium transportation
- Resolves numerous issues dealing with suppliers, supplier contracts or buyer related problems
- Works with Purchasing on future supplier and part changes
- Performs a daily audit of record adjustments including MR/DR reviews
- Coordinates material activities surrounding a plan for every part (PFEP) for launches and pilots
- Interfaces with Central Office allocation on part issues as required
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, effective project planning in terms of resources, strategies, cost, and time, with ability to meet project timelines
- Coordinates input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs and/or perceptions
- Keeps abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise
- Actively identifies new areas for learning and takes advantage of learning opportunities
- Knowledge of work measurement and work standards
- Supervises salaried staff members
- Replaces GSC Manager, as required
Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or another business-related field
- 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain
- 3+ years of leadership experience
- Strong understanding of supply chain and lean material processes; Logistics (LLP processes), Receiving, Internal Material Flow, Scrap, Obsolescence, etc.
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of basic manufacturing and assembly processes
- Prior experience with various Supply Chain office and floor assignments
- Multi plant and/or multi-functional experience
- Experience/knowledge of GM Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS)
- Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Process (CIP)
- Strong written and oral communication skills
This position may be eligible for relocation benefits.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
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