Warren, Michigan, USA
23 days ago
2025 Global Purchasing & Supply Chain (GSPC) TRACK Program
Job Description

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.     

  

Work Arrangement:     

Rotation Locations: 

On-Site: Warren, MI OR 

Hybrid: This position does not require an employee to be onsite 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. 

  

What You’ll Do:   

Members of GM’s Global Purchasing & Supply Chain Rotational Program are responsible for procuring the goods and services essential for vehicle production and sustaining business operations through our global supply chain. Your role involves developing and implementing commercial strategies aimed at delivering value to customers. This includes ensuring timely delivery of high-quality parts and services at competitive costs for current and upcoming vehicle models. You will also cultivate robust cross-functional relationships internally and externally, emphasizing trust, transparency, and teamwork to drive growth and innovation. This position requires a high degree of self-motivation, analytical prowess, and independent decision-making due to the complex nature of the work involved. 

 

The Global Purchasing & Supply Chain Rotational Program is for recent college graduates. Members of the GPSC TRACK program will be rotating jobs every six months across the following business areas for the first two years (we do not offer “early graduation” from the program, must complete full 2-year program). 

 

Rotational jobs may require the selected candidate to do any of the following: 

Travel 

Relocate 

Work additional shifts as needed 

 

 

How You’ll Make an Impact:  

Areas of opportunity based on business need: 

  

Purchasing –  

Interior, Exterior, Thermal  

Chassis Propulsion Structures 

Battery, Fuel Cells and Critical Minerals  

Electrical Systems, Software and Connectivity 

Customer Care & Aftersales 

GM Defense 

  

Supply Chain – 

Propulsion/Assembly Command Centers 

Tactical Operations 

Container Operations 

Vehicle/Propulsion Scheduling 

Future Material & Engineering Change 

Demand Planning 

  

Logistics – 

Inbound 

Outbound 

Logistics Purchasing 

Containerization 

Supply Chain Engineering 

  

Other Rotational Opportunities – 

Value Chain Engineering 

Accessories & Aftermarket 

Warranty Performance 

Supplier Resiliency 

Assembly Plant 

Sustainability & Partnerships 

Program Purchasing Management 

Strategy, Planning & Operations 

GM Energy 

 

Required Qualifications:      

Pursuing a degree in one of the following: Supply Chain, Purchasing, Procurement/ Acquisitions and Contract Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, General Engineering 

This rotational program begins in the Spring or Summer of 2025 

Must be graduating with a bachelor's or master's degree between December 2024 and June 2025 

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills 

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience 

Strong organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, balance multiple projects simultaneously, and meet goals 

Proficient with Microsoft office products - Word, Excel, PowerPoint 

Additional Job Description

What will give you a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):   

Experience with commodities (metals, stampings, castings, plastics, resins, paint, electronics, etc.) 

Experience managing commercial issues with suppliers and assessing supplier performance 

Demonstrated skills in complex negotiations 

Knowledge of procurement software and databases 

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 

Ability to work globally, independently, and self-directed 

Ability to travel at least 5% of time, including international travel 

Additional Desired Characteristics: 

Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization as needed 

Emerging partnership and collaboration skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment 

High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed 

Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability, and trust 

Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric 

 

Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of New York, Colorado, California, or Washington.  

The median annual salary compensation for this role is $80,000.00. Actual base compensation within the identified 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.  

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. 

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values; 
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.


We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

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