Value Chain Engineer

General Motors

Warren, Michigan, USA
Hybrid (minimum three days onsite per week)
Material cost optimization
Supplier cost analysis
Continuous improvement activities
General Motors is seeking a Value Chain Engineer to enhance material cost optimization efforts across its organization, focusing on collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and demonstrate key competencies such as analytical thinking and vendor management, while also embracing GM's commitment to innovation and diversity

Job Summary

  • Drive material cost optimization efforts across the organization, impacting millions of people globally and General Motors’ bottom line.
  • Collaborate with Supply Base, Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Manufacturing, and other business partners to push boundaries of cost optimization.
  • Be part of an inclusive team where differences and unique perspectives are embraced to reach your fullest potential.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

General Motors is seeking a Value Chain Engineer to enhance material cost optimization efforts across its organization, focusing on collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and demonstrate key competencies such as analytical thinking and vendor management, while also embracing GM's commitment to innovation and diversity.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Material cost optimization
  • Supplier cost analysis
  • Continuous improvement activities
  • Cross-cultural teams
  • Deal with ambiguity

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for innovation
  • Emerging technologies
  • Inclusive team environment
  • Embrace differences and unique perspectives

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related
  • Communication competency
  • Analytical thinking competency
  • Data judgment competency
  • Workload management competency
  • Relationship management competency
  • Vendor/supplier management competency
  • Negotiation competency
  • Automotive industry experience
  • Manufacturing/Operations Experience
  • Interpret market data
  • Problem Solving
  • Read blueprints
  • Understand basic engineering documents
  • Work globally, independently, and self-directed
  • Travel at least 25% of time

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