Logistics Sourcing Manager

Logistics Sourcing Manager General Motors - 4.0 Warren, MI Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Benefits Benefits from day one Qualifications Vendor relationship management Negotiating purchasing contracts Data-driven problem-solving Cross-functional collaboration Cross-functional communication Full Job Description Job Description Work Arrangement This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI three times per week, at minimum. Role Summary The Sourcing Manager is responsible for leading purchasing and sourcing activities for assigned logistics categories (Haulaway, Ocean, Port Processing, Rail (Outbound/Inbound) & Yard Management, or other). This role develops sourcing strategies, manages competitive bid events, negotiates supplier agreements, supports budget execution, and partners cross-functionally to deliver cost, quality, timing, and risk objectives. The role requires a self-directed person who can work independently, prioritize enterprise value, and manage sourcing decisions in alignment with company policies and procedures. A strong Sourcing Manager is commercially minded, data-driven, and comfortable leading complex sourcing work with a high level of ownership. They balance supplier relationships, budget performance, policy compliance, and operational risk while driving competitive outcomes for the business. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute Finished Vehicle Logistics commodity and sourcing strategies. Lead sourcing events, including bid strategy, bid list development, RFQs, quote analysis, and supplier selection recommendations. Coordinate RFQ package requirements, including terms and conditions, technical documentation, quality inputs, and compliance requirements. Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and support contract development, amendments, spot buys, and rate management activities. Maintain sourcing pipeline data, benchmarking, budgets, strategy presentations, and performance metrics. Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders and serve as a focal point for commercial issue resolution. Lead or support supplier performance reviews, KPI discussions, and risk mitigation efforts related to supply continuity. Drive continuous improvement, savings opportunities, automation, and innovative solutions across the sourcing process. Support additional projects and priorities assigned by leadership. Required Qualifications 2+ years of relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain, logistics, program/product management, or a related field. Strong analytical judgment and ability to use data to make sound business decisions. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Strong relationship management and cross-functional collaboration skills. Negotiation, capability and comfort working with suppliers on commercial topics. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results with limited oversight. Experience with SAP or other purchasing systems, or ability to learn quickly. Willingness to travel as needed, approximately 10 percent. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Data Science, Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field, or equivalent experience applying AI/analytics in a logistics or sourcing environment. Experience with commodity management and sourcing strategy development. Background in cost analysis, manufacturing, or capacity/materials management. Automotive or industrial sourcing experience. Ability to interpret technical documents and understand engineering drivers. Working knowledge of contract law and market or regulatory considerations affecting sourcing decisions. Leverage advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and data-driven tools to evaluate sourcing strategies, optimize cost structures, and drive informed decision-making across the logistics network. Demonstrate strong technical and analytical capability, including experience with data science concepts and tools (e.g., Python, SQL, or similar), to support modeling, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives. 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., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. The selected candidate will be required to travel