Sr. Buyer - Semiconductor Direct Purchasing

Job DescriptionThis 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.The Role:Responsible for purchase of all or a specific portion of productive and/or non-productive materials, supplies, machinery, tooling and/or services. Responsible for actively participating in development of commodity strategy, sourcing/negotiations,global/regional material budget execution, and interface with suppliers or internal stakeholders. Work is of a complex nature involving a considerable amount of initiative, analytical work and a high level of independent judgment.What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):

Responsible for maintaining sourcing pipeline, benchmarking data, strategy presentations, global budget and on-time metrics

Adhere to corporate and unit purchasing and accounting practices and procedures

Sourcing and Contracting Activities that include, but not limited to:

Sourcing event bid strategy & management

Bid analytics

Coordination and alignment of RFQ package components, including Terms & Conditions, SOR, technical documentation

Leadership sourcing recommendation / alignment

Management of sourcing documentation related to bid events in adherence to the GM Audit Services

Cooperate with legal to negotiate special contract terms

Daily supplier interface activities on all commercial items

Support commercial budget activities

Support logistics supplier management initiatives, including “Strategic Supplier Engagement”

Nurture relationship with strategic suppliers by acting as a focal point for commercial issue resolution

Perform rate management activities including spot buys, rate analysis and supplier requests

Participate in supplier KPI reviews

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidateAdditional Job DescriptionRequired Skills:

5+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing , supply chain or related

Professional interpersonal verbal and written communication skills

Self-starter. Ability to work independently and self-directed

Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary complex projects

High level of analytical ability where problems can be complex

Ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines

Demonstrated competence in negotiating skills

Preferred Skills:

Proven supply chain crisis management support

Automotive strategic commodity purchasing experience

Ability to travel on a limited basis (5% or less) including international travel

Educational Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related degree/experience

Advanced degree and/or MBA preferred

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