Hybrid This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Cole Engineering Center Tower, Warren MI three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business]. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits
The Material Logistics Analyst position’s focus is to drive operational performance for Inbound Logistics cost through operational actuals analysis, KPI drivers, cost savings and stop spending activity, serving as the bridge between Planning and Execution. The Material Logistics Analyst is responsible for managing total logistics CPU operational performance for their responsible plants. This position requires a basic understanding of Logistics, Finance, and Operations. The position will work cross functionally with GM Planning, Supply Chain, Purchasing and Finance.
Specific responsibilities include:
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Analyzing inbound logistics cost drivers and performance, review operational actual versus planned cost to develop action plans to improve performance and explain deviations to plan
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Track and use KPIs for cost driver opportunity and utilize operational actuals to drive improvement
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Leading the inbound logistics operational efficiency opportunity identification, project management, cost control and CPU governance activities for select Assembly, Propulsion and Stamping Plants
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Lead inbound logistics launch process, working with several partners including planning, suppliers, plant, purchasing, and supply chain to complete key activities in support of flawless launches (optimal design at minimal cost) and project manage the Logistics MasterDot
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Host weekly calls and meetings with key stakeholders regarding implementations, cost control and CPU governance.
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Manage daily governance of operational actuals mitigation plan spend when plant over target.
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Manage spot buy reason and invoice approval process
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Requires a basic understanding Logistics, Finance, and Operations and works cross functionally with Logistics Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, Purchasing and Finance.
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Ability to drive improvement through OpEx and/or cross-functional project leadership and execution.
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, related field, or equivalent work experience
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2+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, manufacturing, logistics or product development
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Ability to lead problem solving activities and manage project timelines
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Capability to concurrently manage multiple cost saving/stop spending operational improvement projects and initiatives
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Ability to analyze basic financial data and identify cost drivers
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Excellent oral and written communication skills
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Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area
Preferred Qualifications:
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
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