Vendor Management Analyst II - IT

Overview

Why GMF Technology?

GM Financial is set to change the auto finance industry and is leading the path of embarking on tech modernization - we have a startup mindset, and preserve our small company culture, in a public company environment with financial stability and intense growth over a decade-long history. We are data junkies and trust in data and insights to advance our business objectives.

We take our goal of zero emission, zero collision, zero congestion, and zero friction very seriously. We believe as the auto finance market leader we are in the driver's seat to lead us in the GM EV mission to change the world.

We are building global platforms, LATAM, Europe, China - and we are looking to grow our high-performing team. GMF is comprised of over 10,000 team members globally. Join our fintech culture within a Blue-Chip company where we are changing the way we use technology to support our customers and business.

Flexible hybrid work environment, 2 days a week in the office either at our Detroit, MI or Arlington, TX office.

Responsibilities

About this role:

Be a part of GM's vision to create a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. The Vendor Management Analyst II is responsible for the governance oversight and support of vendor activities to achieve the goals and objects of the organization. This position works with internal stakeholders and external vendors to oversee regulatory and contractual obligations are met. The Vendor Management Analyst II ensures all applicable department and global policy requirements are met.

JOB DUTIES

• Cost of engagement

• Review existing vendor contracts and upon renewal, if we do renew, recommend adjustments to align with the existing preferred vendor contracts.

• Build a strong relationship with the vendors performing IT delivery work for GMF

• Assist in the design and development of vendor management processes

• Serve as the Liaison between the vendor and internal stakeholders and assist with issue resolution

• Coordinate with the GMF leadership teams to gather performance feedback on the vendors for each engagement.

• Provide feedback to the vendors on a quarterly basis/ each engagement regarding their performance with areas for improvement.

• Design, create and operationalize a new vendor performance management framework / scorecard to bring visibility on our vendors

Qualifications

What makes you a dream candidate?

Knowledge and Skills

• Self-motivated person with the ability to accept and drive change

• Excellent Organizational skills

• Must be adaptable, open to collaboration and a team player

• Able to build customer loyalty, relationships, and trust

• Continuous improvement and change agent

• Must be familiar with vendor management and relationship concepts, practices, and procedures

• Ability to perform comprehensive analysis on costs and benefits of project proposals and outsourcing activities

• Self-motivated person with the ability to embrace role and drive change

• Ability to communicate effectively at multiple levels of an organization (verbal and written) on a regular basis

• Proven analytical skills and strategic thinking

• Must be skilled and highly proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Experience and Education

• 3-5 years in a Vendor Management Department, Purchasing Department or functionally related area required

• High School Diploma required

• Associate Degree in related field of vendor management, accounting or finance or 3+ years of experience in the field or in a related area preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of vendor management, accounting or finance or 3+ years of experience in the field or in a related area preferred

• Master's Degree in related field of vendor management, accounting or finance or 3+ years of experience in the field or in a related area preferred

What We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.

Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture - an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work - we thrive.

Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility.

Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 2 days a week in the office either at our Detroit, MI or Arlington, TX office.

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