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General Motors Containers and Packaging Manager
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loacation Warren, Michigan, United States of America, United States Of America
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Job Description 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 Role: Lead the design and execution of global packaging and returnable container strategies that reduce   cost, improve efficiency, and advance sustainability goals. Your work will directly   impact   operational performance and environmental stewardship across our supply chain.   his   role offers the opportunity to   optimize   global flows, implement   cutting-edge   solutions, and set new standards for packaging excellence.    The Containers/ Packaging   Manager roles  span multiple sub-functions.  One sub- function is associated to Program Management is to ensure all the design processes are completed within program timing and hence to ensure 100% of containers are delivered on time for launch The candidate will be responsible   to   project   manage   and   represent   containers with the program   teams for all containers related activities.    A second function focuses on material flow and container flow operations, ensuring fleets are moving successfully through the network and evaluating the use of   expendable   in the network.    The third function focuses on expendable design, strategy, and   purchasing for   the parts network, inclusive of service parts.    All roles   have fiduciary responsibility to manage   containers capital, expendable,   & operational   spend.    They   may   also be   responsible   expendable packaging plans and benchmarking   associated with program parts   and   reusable container fleet performance.       Position will supervise a team: provide employee development, training, and drive the performance management process as well as manage an efficient organizational structure. What You'll Do (Responsibilities): Lead a team of program managers and container/packaging engineers to develop and deliver reusable   container fleets to support vehicle launches   Lead a team to support   Direct Purchasing with packaging concepts & costs to ensure total enterprise cost sourcing decisions   Support   logistics   cost savings through more efficient packaging designs & inbound   logistics   solutions   Manage program budgets for packaging, equipment, and utilize common corporate tools to forecast commits and spending Influences others within the organization to accept new concepts, practices, and approaches Hold accountability for staffing, communicating, training and development, in addition to, directing and prioritization of work, evaluating performance, and removing roadblocks Develop and track KPI ' s related to container fabricators and supply base   in order to   maintain   on-time delivery and first-time quality   Bring a global perspective and global management experience to   assure   an integrated, consistent, and concurrent engineering process to program development and execution – from early design to integration and testing.  Coordinate execution of global programs and delivery from teams   located   around the world.   Actively engage in external technical communities and benchmarking activities to bring outside   perspective   to continuously mature organizational capability and improve our products, technology,   and processes.   Create and foster an inclusive open culture where out-of-box thinking is encouraged.  This manager will provide thought leadership, foster innovation,   facilitate   communication, and inspire passion into the organization.    Strategic thinker and visionary, analytical skills and change management, results driven and highly skilled   communicator   .   Ability to deal with ambiguity on a   day to day   basis and   focused   on solutions.   Leads and reimagines initiatives through development of improved business tools, processes, and documentation   Recommend future strategies related to organizational structure, roles and responsibilities, and processes and technology   Maintain positive working relationships with cross functional stakeholders   Hire,  t rain , develop, mentor, manage, and develop employees. Ensure there is   right   technical and leadership bench st rength in the team. Cultivate a growth mindset.   Drive GM Behaviors and Competencies; actively champion change to support GM’s transformation; demonstrate high business acumen; strategically focus on addressing systemic issues; possess high learning   agility, ability to deal with ambiguity and complexity, tendency to push the envelope and not accept status quo. Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):   Bachelor's degree   10+ years relevant experience in packaging,   reusable   containers,   material   flow,   operations,   logistics, or supply chain    Proven   track record   of directly leading teams with a minimum of 4-5 people, driving results, and personal accountability with oneself and team     Strategic Orientation, willingness to learn, adapt & be agile, comfort in challenging norms, dealing with ambiguity  Strong leadership and communication skills   Ability to analyze data, develop actionable insights, and present concisely to all levels of leadership.   Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities supporting autonomous action   Strong interpersonal skills with   demonstrated   ability to lead diverse/cross-functional teams as well as mentor, motivate and elicit work output from peers and other team members   Ability to travel 20% of the time  Domestically + Internationally What Will Give You   A   Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):   Master's degree in a related field   Developed skillset with respect to data management tools: Power BI, Excel, TMS, AI, etc.   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 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) 



 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 believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team. Benefits Overview From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources . Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.  We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire . Accommodations General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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