Logistics Buyer

Description

Hybrid: This position does not require an employee to be on-site full-time to perform most effectively. The employee's role enables them to work at a GM facility or off-site as frequently as needed or desired. This position requires an employee to be on-site on average 3 days per week

The Role

This position is responsible for procuring transportation (Truckload, Less Than Truckload, Rail, Intermodal, Ocean, Air, and Small Parcel) services for shipment of dealer service parts within North America. There is a high degree of interaction with the external supply base of these services, as well as internal communication to ensure that sourcing requirements are met. The primary objective of the position is to procure the best possible transportation solutions, at the lowest rates and most favorable terms.

What You'll Do

Analyze, negotiate, and procure rates, terms and conditions for the transportation of dealer service parts and related services

Complete legal documentation (contracts, rate appendices, amendments & agreements)

Comply with purchasing and audit guidelines, processes, and procedures

Work cross-functionally to resolve issues

Monitor and assesses carrier performance and provide input regarding continued use

Promote GM's values and makes customer-focused decisions. Removing Roadblocks & Resolving Issues/Complaints: Observes and steps up to remove roadblocks and resolve potential issues.Communicates within the function as well as other functions, external affiliates, regulatory agencies.

Responsible for supporting relationship management with logistic suppliers and service providers

Influences others within the organization to accept new concepts, practices, and approaches.

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or related field required

Minimum 2+ Years Purchasing, Supply Chain, or related experience required

Basic working knowledge of Logistics and supply chains

Knowledge of the Customer Care & Aftersales distribution network

Knowledge of Truckload, Less Than Truckload, Intermodal, Rail, and Ocean service providers and their distribution networks

Knowledge of the Global Purchasing and Supply Chain processes, procedures, and audit guidelines

High level analytical ability in situations where the problems are somewhat complex

High level of capability to work independently

Highly proficient oral and written communication skills

High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and complex

Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and ability to collaborate cross-functionally

Negotiation skills

Ability to prioritize assignments/projects and multi-task within restricted time

Capable of interpreting contracts

Demonstrated global business skills

Ability to travel

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

Experience in Global Purchasing and Supply Chain, or Customer Care & Aftersales

Automotive industry experience

Knowledge of materials management

Capable of interpreting market data

Able to read blueprints and to understand basic engineering documents

Solid knowledge of contract law and its applications regarding purchasing processes

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.

About GM

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Why Join Us

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Diversity Information

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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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