Senior Global Commodity Manager – Semiconductor

General Motors

. Lead, develop, and performance-manage a team of semiconductor supplier managers .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeWarren • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in semiconductor supply chain management, including risk assessment, supplier relationship management, and strategic sourcing. Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and implement effective mitigation strategies in high-pressure environments.

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Semiconductor Supply Chain ManagementSupplier Risk ManagementTeam Leadership and DevelopmentNegotiation and Problem-Solving SkillsExecutive-Level Communication

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Hard Skills

Supplier ManagementStrategic SourcingOperations ManagementLogistics ManagementManufacturing ProcessesCapacity PlanningRisk AssessmentPerformance Indicators DevelopmentCrisis ManagementDual Sourcing Practices

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsPrioritization SkillsInfluencing SkillsSense of UrgencyCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

Semiconductor Value ChainAutomotive ElectronicsTier-N ManufacturingOSATGeopolitical ExposureSupply Chain ExposureSupplier Resilience PlansCross-Functional CollaborationGlobal Supplier ManagementExecutive Escalations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, develop, and performance-manage a team of semiconductor supplier managers
Establish supplier ownership, governance, escalation paths, and operating standards
Oversee proactive and reactive management of semiconductor supply risks, including constraints, shortages, force majeure events, disasters, strikes, fab and OSAT disruptions, and geopolitical exposure
Build and execute supplier-resilience plans covering manufacturing footprint, capacity, lead times, alternate sources, and recovery actions
Work directly with semiconductor suppliers to understand Tier-N manufacturing, critical materials, processes, equipment, facilities, logistics flows, and failure points
Identify supply-chain exposure and implement mitigation strategies with suppliers
Lead cross-functional issue resolution with suppliers, Tier 1 suppliers, Engineering, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and senior GM leadership
Escalate critical supplier risks and communicate business impact, mitigation options, decisions, and recovery timing to executives
Balance assignments and team capacity across IDM, memory, Tier-N manufacturing, and other semiconductor categories
Drive risk assessments, supplier action plans, issue tracking, and executive reporting
Develop performance indicators for risk closure, supplier responsiveness, mitigation effectiveness, and escalation cycle time
Strengthen supplier relationships through fact-based engagement and disciplined follow-through
Identify structural resilience gaps and improve processes, tools, and governance
Lead and coordinate approvals for expedite broker semiconductor purchase needs
Translate business strategy into team direction, priorities, and accountabilities
Build the organization, allocate resources, develop future leaders, and maintain a high-performing team
Lead escalations, negotiations, and recovery actions with suppliers
Present clear recommendations to senior leadership and hold suppliers and stakeholders accountable
Develop and implement alternatives to mitigate common Tier-N semiconductor supply risks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, operations, or a related field
8+ years of experience in semiconductor supply chain, supplier management, strategic sourcing, operations, purchasing, logistics, engineering, or manufacturing; co-op and internship experience excluded
Experience leading teams and developing high-performing professionals
Strong understanding of the semiconductor value chain, including manufacturers, foundries, OSATs, distributors, Tier 1 suppliers, and automotive electronics
Experience managing supplier risk, supply disruptions, capacity constraints, allocation events, or recovery plans
Ability to influence senior internal and external stakeholders with competing priorities
Demonstrated command presence with suppliers and ability to set expectations, challenge performance, and drive commitments to closure
Strong analytical, prioritization, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting
High sense of urgency and ability to make timely, sound decisions in ambiguous, high-impact situations
Ability to travel 25%, domestically and internationally
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship; candidates must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred: experience supporting automotive electronics, connected vehicles, ADAS, electrification, or software-defined vehicle programs
Preferred: experience with memory, microcontrollers, power semiconductors, connectivity devices, sensors, or other automotive semiconductor categories
Preferred: experience managing multi-tier semiconductor supply chains and manufacturing footprints
Preferred: experience leading supplier business reviews, executive escalations, crisis-management forums, or cross-functional recovery teams
Preferred: global experience with suppliers and stakeholders across North America, Europe, and Asia
Preferred: knowledge of semiconductor resiliency practices such as dual sourcing, geographic diversification, capacity reservation, inventory buffers, supplier recovery planning, and manufacturing chain

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement with expected reporting to the specified location at least 3 times a week or as directed by the manager
Potential eligibility for relocation benefits
GM Total Rewards and well-being support from day one
Inclusive workplace and reasonable accommodation support