Job DescriptionHybrid This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Mountain View California , three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the businessThe RoleThis team is responsible for sourcing Technology purchases (Software, Software as a Service, Infrastructure) on a regional and global basis. Primary responsibility is to develop, negotiate and implement sourcing strategies by working with key stakeholders on technology requirements, IT, security and legal, which then requires preparing and completing sourcing recommendations to various levels of management.What You'll Do
Understand the IT industry and the long-term direction GM/IT is headed.
Determine viable suppliers for technology requirements.
Develop and manage suppliers under the guidance of Quality, Service, Technology, and Price strategies. This includes sound understanding of deadlines, required lead times, supplier contracts and application types.
Active participation with key stakeholders, including IT, the business stakeholder, Legal, and Security.
Manage annual renewal cadence and deadlines.
Adheres to Corporate purchasing and accounting policies and procedures.
Negotiate price, terms, and other items to complete full contract package.
Utilize GPSC Sourcing Process to manage Sourcing packages.
Utilize GPSC Sourcing Process (Request for Quotation, Analysis of Quotation, Source Selection) to establish a capable/competitive supply base.
Develop benchmarking for each sourcing package.
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 salary range for this role is ( 80,900 - 122,000 ). The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this 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 is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate
Additional Job DescriptionYour Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
2+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing
Project Management Skills
Understand basic technology (licensing and Legal) concepts
Capability to function independently
Proficient communication skills
High level knowledge (or ability to learn) about items being purchased
Analytical skills, including the ability to do in-depth benchmarking
Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments simultaneously, and prioritize requests
Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals
Knowledge of computer software (MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Internet Research)
SAP experience or ability to learn purchasing systems
Preferred:
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology or Bachelor of Arts/Science in a Business related field
High Level knowledge about IT/technology (Software, Saas, Immerging Technologies)
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