Job Description

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, Michigan three times per week, at minimum. 

The Role
Global Customer Research (GCR) is seeking talented, hard-working individuals to join the Business Management Activities team. This team is responsible for three key areas in support of the GCR: Budget, Purchasing/Procurement and Training.  We are looking for individuals that are detail-oriented,  thrive in an environment of collaboration, and seek continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

Budget

Monitor and maintain monthly and yearly budgetFlag and report areas of concern/issues at review mtgsEnsure entries accurately reflect the state of the current budget for entire GCR group relative to all current, processed and forecasted spendingLead monthly budget review meetings with Analysts, Managers and DirectorsCorrect/update entries in project and financial databases, as necessaryProcess IAS and Rebills to appropriate orgsPrepare and distribute Divisional Accruals, Rebills, Direct Bill and Facility Schedule reportsAssist with compiling of data and creation of future annual budgets

Procurement/Purchasing

Provide support and guidance to the research team for procurements and assist with the purchasing processCollaborate with Purchasing to effectuate procurements and address challengesMonitor Purchase Order (PO) requests from analysts/managers and enter requests into SAPManage PO alterations and process in FinTrack and SAPVerify information accuracy and alignment in Gemini/FinTrackTrack and report supplier PO release information to the Supplier & Analyst/ManagerMonitor status changes of requested releases for POsUpdate FinTrack/Gemini with Purchase Order informationReview, preliminarily approve and submit payment for supplier invoicesTrack databases to ensure supplier invoices alignment with processUpdate FinTrack Database and forward invoice information to requester for approvalMonitor accrual report for projects lacking required invoicesReview each invoice for finalization and/or other necessary actionComplete SAP Backouts, if necessary, and close POs upon final invoice submissionLead monthly meetings with Purchasing addressing open issues and strategizing upcoming renewals/purchasesManage and maintain relationships with Purchasing, Finance and Suppliers

Training and Training Materials

Create, update and manage training materials for the business management and research teamsLead training for managers and analysts relative to Purchasing Process, Forecasting and GeminiModify processes to support the purchasing process and/or generate efficienciesEnsure GCR processes align with Purchasing’s processes and, if necessary, work to identify potential areas of improvement or necessary changes to ensure alignment



Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

Bachelors degree2 years of professional experienceKnowledge of SAP/Ariba reporting systemAbility to effectively multi-task and manage numerous open tasks at one timeGeneral knowledge of budgets, purchasing and invoice processesProficient in Excel, PowerPoint and Access and ability to learn advanced applicationsEffective communication skills, both verbal and writtenDetail-oriented and accurate particularly as it relates to financial data and tracking informationProject management skills, including ability to anticipate issues, plan needed tasks, and meet tight deadlines with high quality and strong attention to detailExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to confidently work with internal cross-functional teams, external suppliers, and all levels of the organization

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

Willingness to provide input to improve and develop team proceduresInnovative nature to continually identify opportunities to improve processes and quality of deliverablesAbility to handle a variety of non-recurring special assignments as needed by LeadershipAbility to analyze/diagnose issues related to budget development and tracking, Purchasing or Financial issuesSelf-motivated problem solver for departmental Purchasing, Finance Staff, and SAP concernsStrong initiative and drive - willingness to ask questions and be resourcefulExcellent self-regulation ability – able to do assigned tasks without manager supervisionEffective problem-solving capabilitiesFlexible with a desire to assist in improving the current Purchase/ Finance/ Tracking processes and database methodologies

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate. 

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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