Senior Buyer Semiconductor

Overview

As a member of the GM semiconductor purchasing team you will be part of developing a strong semiconductor supply chain to support our fast-growing electronics and software needs.

Specifically you will be responsible for a particular semi category category and actively leading the development of commodity strategies sourcing/negotiations budget and execution. You will manage relationships, collaborate with suppliers and internal key stakeholders including engineering, legal, finance, operations and drive cross-functional alignment. Work is of a complex nature involving a considerable amount of initiative, analytical work and a high level of independent judgment.

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies based on business, market and technology trends and establish a strong, competitive supply base
• Responsible for purchase of all or a specific portion of productive and/or non-productive materials, supplies, machinery, tooling and/or services
• Negotiate price, terms and other items to complete full contract package
• Optimize supply performance by analyzing and applying appropriate tools including benchmarking, cost and value chain analysis, negotiations, and supply chain analysis
• Work closely with cross-functional partners internally and externally to trade off imperatives, identify creative solutions and gain alignment, including during RFQ management, change management, Procure to Pay, order fulfillment and customer satisfaction
• Drive for winning outcomes focused on the mission of the business
• Develop and manage strong supplier relationships
• Provide proactive communication and resolution of issues
• Develop protection of supply and contingency plans

• 5 years of post-graduate experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain or Program Management
• Proven leadership capability
• Strong analytical skills
• Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem-solve
• Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects with various stakeholders within time constraints, as well as building relationships internally and externally
• Experience in Semiconductors
• Experience working in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Experience managing and negotiating commercial issues with suppliers, as well as contract drafting, redlining and working cross-functionally with legal
• Highly proficient oral and written communication skills and adept at engaging and presenting to Senior Executives
• Demonstrates ability to develop and apply deep cost knowledge
• Knowledge of procurement and materials software as well as MS software applications
• 10% travel internationally and domestically

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance or related field
• MBA or equivalent experience or evidence of exceptional ability

• The salary range for this role is not specified. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
• Bonus Potential:
  An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level and individual performance.
• Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. This role is categorized as hybrid. The selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week or as directed. Travel up to 25% may be required. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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