3rd Party Manager - Supply Chain
Core
Leading launch and operational readiness activities for Value Added Assemblers (VAAs) supporting GM's Fairfax Assembly plant, ensuring supplier readiness, quality alignment, and material flow for key modules like suspensions and tire assemblies.
Role type
Senior IC supply chain program manager (launch & operations)
Builds
Production-ready supply chain operations for automotive assembly modules
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Program management, launch execution, supplier readiness management, contract management, cross-functional coordination, manufacturing operations knowledge, material flow planning, validation plan management, hiring plan review, training plan execution, facility readiness assessment
Preferred skills
Project lead experience, sub-assembly manufacturing experience, automation execution knowledge, PFMEA knowledge, engineering change management, launch systems/processes expertise, VAA supplier experience
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word)
Responsibilities
Lead strategy and execution for VAA supplier launch readiness; Serve as primary liaison between GM, launch team, and VAA suppliers; Manage contracts and facility readiness; Collaborate in GSC MasterDot and RV Checklist reviews; Ensure VAA validation plan supports build schedule; Manage Appendix H requirements; Execute onboarding and training plans; Drive hiring plan reviews with suppliers; Review supplier training plans for launch readiness; Support material readiness via storage and equipment strategy; Partner with teams to maintain compliance with GM facility and safety expectations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC