Motorsports Parts Specialist

Posted 21 Hours Ago
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Remote
68K-104K Annually
Senior level
Automotive • Big Data • Information Technology • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
The Role
The Motorsports Parts Specialist manages the procurement and logistics of parts for GM Motorsports Programs, coordinating between engineers, suppliers, and management. Responsibilities include initiating purchase orders, managing inventory levels, and maintaining supplier relationships while ensuring compliance with GM procedures.
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Description
Remote: This role is categorized as remote. This means the successful candidate may be based anywhere in the United States and is not expected to report
to a GM worksite unless directed by their manager.
The Role
We are seeking a Motorsports Parts Specialist to facilitate cradle to grave management of parts in support of GM Motorsports Programs. This entails procurement of materials, tooling, services and assisting Motorsports Program Manager team needs for parts.
What You'll Do

  • Work with GM Motorsports and Propulsion and Performance Engineers to procure latest drawings, specifications, and other relevant information required for suppliers to produce parts.
  • Assist Buyer to procure parts.
  • Initiate New Part/Price Change Form for GM Manager approval.
  • Assist Engineers and Program Manager with prompt communication of any parts quality, variance, engineering changes, and availability issues.
  • Collaborate with, and be a liaison for engineers, buyers, and suppliers to expedite purchases.
  • Initiate purchase requests for parts and related services. Follow status of all purchase requests.
  • Create and maintain statements of work, critical spend forms, etc. required to initiate purchase request.
  • Attend meetings with GM, supplier, and team personnel to support all parts needs. Visit suppliers and/or teams as required.
  • Establish inventory levels and re-order points to meet all teams' needs.
  • Follow up on parts orders.
  • Manage supplier direct shipments. Manage foreign/proof of receipts as required.
  • Receive and process team orders. Initiate re-orders and parts schedule changes.
  • Follow up on collections when required.
  • Support packaging engineering as required.
  • Maintain record of prices and non-standard terms with suppliers.
  • Communicate price, availability, condition, etc. of parts and tools to GM Managers and Engineers.
  • Prepare and forward sales invoices to teams buying parts.
  • Prepare and deliver associated parts and budget reports as directed.
  • Comply with all GM procedures including pricing, collections, ILM, and handling of GM information.


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Additional Description
What You'll Need (Required Qualifications)

  • 5+ years automotive procurement experience
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Knowledge in JobBoss, ERAPA, SAP, EMS
  • GM purchasing experience of racing/performance commodities, materials, products, and vendors
  • Ability to read blueprints and to understand basic engineering documents
  • Basic understanding of the parts and function of an automobile
  • Ability to work well with others, exhibiting teamwork skills
  • Partners with senior management to analyze and solve issues
  • Capable to multitask by handling diverse assignments concurrently
  • Ability to travel 10% of the time within the United States


Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of New York, Colorado, California, or Washington.
• The salary range for this role is $67,900-$104,100. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
• Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
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