Job Description

Description

Hybrid

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren three times per week, at minimum. 

The Role

Sr. Manager Materials & VAA requires a unique blend of skills to develop and execute General Assembly lean material planning strategies in earlier stages of development, develop and execute material optimization projects, develop and execute VAA planning strategies and work with the VAA suppliers to promote flawless launches.  The role will act as a bridge between manufacturing engineering, production and VAA with a strong focus on cost. efficiency, and optimization.

What You'll Do

Lead the strategy and development of the General Assembly Material ecosystem plan, aligning lean material strategies, optimization and efforts with overall business goals.

Developing lean strategies to optimize General Assembly material supply chain cost and efficiency and drive standardization.

Collaborating with execution and production teams to ensure flawless launches.

Staying updated on the latest material movement technologies and trends, evaluating their impact on manufacturing cost and production efficiency.

Develop and execute material optimization projects

Lead the strategy and development VAA planning, aligning lean strategies, optimization and efforts with overall business goals.

Oversee VAA launch activities to ensure flawless launches.

Escalate when the VAA performance is behind expectation and implement forecast recovery plans with regular updates.

Drive a transparent and strong partnership with the VAA Suppliers.

Develop and implement VAA Continuous Improvement process that drive initiatives to improve execution and/or system improvements at the VAA or within the GM assembly plant team supporting the VAA.

Leadership and Management:

Leading and motivating a team of material supply chain and VAA professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Managing the material and VAA budget and identifying opportunities for cost reduction.

Providing guidance and technical expertise to other departments, such as purchasing, optimization and production teams. 

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)​​

Bachelor's degree in Global Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field

Multiple years of combined experience in manufacturing with a strong focus on material supply chain planning and strategies and VAA

Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead a team.

In-depth knowledge of material supply chain and VAA processes

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)​

Master's degree

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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. 

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