Senior Future Material Availability Manager – Global Supply Chain

General Motors

. Work cross-functionally to ensure parts are available by the Material Required Date (MRD) for Assembly Plant Manufacturing Validation Build events and purchased part requirements .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeWarren • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain management, including material availability and supplier communication, while effectively leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities under pressure.

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Supply Chain ManagementMaterial Availability ReportingAdvanced Excel SkillsStrong Communication SkillsAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain ManagementManufacturingLogisticsPurchasingEngineering Change ManagementMaterial Requirements PlanningShortage ReportingSupplier CommunicationCross-Functional LeadershipProactive Decision-Making

Soft Skills

Strong Sense of UrgencyIndependent JudgmentSelf-Starter MindsetTactful Pressure ManagementFacilitation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelGoogle SheetsOpenText

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing ValidationMaterial Required DateSupplier RecoveryPlant RecoveryProgram Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work cross-functionally to ensure parts are available by the Material Required Date (MRD) for Assembly Plant Manufacturing Validation Build events and purchased part requirements
Develop and review program-specific plans covering Assembly Plant activities
Confirm supplier orders and material requirements are issued
Communicate program requirements to suppliers
Notify Purchasing of parts requiring contracts, prioritized by build event
Identify suppliers that are not EDI certified, provide details to OpenText, and send supplier communications
Create shortage reports to identify material exceptions and follow up with suppliers and program teams
Facilitate communication across functional stakeholders
Support resolution of Assembly Plant material issues
Publish Material Availability Status Reports for Assembly Plants
Partner with the Material Launch Manager to track MRD part status for PQRR meetings and communicate updates within Global Supply Chain

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, purchasing or industrial; internship or co-op experience will not be considered
Ability to lead and facilitate workgroups and meetings
Strong oral and written communication skills
Confidence presenting to program teams and leading cross-functional discussions
Proactive decision-making with appropriate escalation when needed
Independent judgment and a self-starter mindset
Strong sense of urgency
Ability to manage pressure tactfully while handling multiple priorities
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Proficiency with Microsoft-based software
Demonstrated leadership behaviors
Advanced Excel skills
Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management (preferred)
Manufacturing experience (preferred)
Engineering Change Management (ECM) (preferred)
Experience with Google Sheets or related tools (preferred)
Experience with Launch, Plant, or Supplier Recovery is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement with reporting to a specific location at least 3 times a week (or frequency dictated by the manager)
Benefits supporting employee well-being at work and at home
Opportunities for career development and belonging within General Motors
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities