Senior Global Sourcing Manager – Memory

General Motors

Global Sourcing Manager procuring semiconductor memory for General Motors’ vehicle technology supply chain. Developing commodity strategies, negotiating supplier contracts, and protecting supply continuity.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeWarren • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $124,200 - $197,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing purchasing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing supply performance through data analysis and effective negotiation. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business outcomes in the semiconductor and automotive industries.

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5+ Years Purchasing ExperienceSemiconductor Industry ExperienceSAP ExperienceAnalytical ThinkingNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Purchasing StrategiesSupply Chain AnalysisCost AnalysisContract Law KnowledgeCommodity SourcingData AnalysisChange ManagementOrder FulfillmentBudget ManagementCapacity Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborative NegotiationRelationship ManagementResults FocusProblem Solving

Industry Keywords

Automotive IndustryMemory ProductsProcure to PayMarket TrendsRegulatory Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute purchasing strategies based on business, market, and technology trends
Establish a strong and competitive semiconductor supply base
Purchase productive and/or non-productive materials, supplies, machinery, tooling, and services
Negotiate prices, terms, and other items to complete contract packages
Optimize supply performance using benchmarking, cost and value-chain analysis, negotiations, and supply-chain analysis
Collaborate with internal and external cross-functional partners during RFQ management, change management, Procure to Pay, order fulfillment, and customer satisfaction activities
Drive business-focused winning outcomes
Develop and manage supplier relationships
Communicate proactively and resolve issues
Develop supply-protection and contingency plans
Lead commodity strategies, sourcing and negotiations, budget, and execution for memory products
Collaborate with engineering, legal, finance, operations, suppliers, and other stakeholders to drive alignment

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of relevant work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, logistics, or product development; internships and co-ops are not considered
Experience with semiconductors
Competency using automated tools and ability to analyze data objectively and draw meaningful conclusions
Effective and timely communication of relevant information to appropriate audiences
Ability to develop and maintain constructive, cooperative working relationships
Ability to engage in collaborative negotiations and reach meaningful agreements
Analytical thinking and ability to assess decision factors, solutions, and impacts
Results focus, initiative, and ability to deliver on time
Ability to manage multiple tasks with quality and prioritize critical needs
SAP experience or ability to learn purchasing systems
Ability to travel 10% domestically and internationally
Bachelor's degree in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field preferred
Experience with commodities, cost analysis, or manufacturing preferred
Automotive industry experience preferred
Knowledge of Capacity and Materials Management preferred
Ability to draw conclusions from complex data, market trends, and the regulatory environment
Ability to understand basic engineering documents and technical drivers for applicable commodities
Knowledge of contract law as applied to purchasing processes
Must not require GM immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future, including H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, and J-1 sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive pay program with payouts based on company, job-level, and individual performance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement savings plan
Sickness and accident benefits
Life insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Tuition assistance programs
Employee assistance program
GM vehicle discounts
Potential relocation benefits