Assistant Manager - GM Energy Customer Support Operations
General Motors
Job Description
Hybrid - This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business].
The Role
The Assistant Manager - GM Energy Customer Support Operations will lead existing operations and planning of future GM Energy products. This role will work cross-functionally & cross-border, supporting the launch and ongoing management of GM Energy products. Geographic scope is the US, Canada & Mexico, with potential expansion to other global markets.
Reporting to the Manager | GM Energy Product & Customer Care, this position supports the customer care operations related to charging and energy products & solutions. This includes:
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
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Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, lead the following cross-functionally
Relationship(s) with external service provider(s)
Data, Content & Applications of GM Energy products
Key Performance Indicator tracking
Proactively work with suppliers, partners, sales, logistics and management as necessary to ensure workstream deliverables and contract requirements are met
Enable issue resolution across teams to ensure projects deliver to quality, time, and cost
Manage team of technical advisors including payroll, training, and performance
Develop & implement new processes, provide feedback, and work with peers and other leaders to ensure continuous improvement of business operations
Provide regular cadence of clear updates to leadership, to ensure awareness of progress including flagging areas of cost/schedule/technical risks.
Other duties as assigned
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering, supply chain, or purchasing field required
PMP certification and/or familiarity and/or formal training in project management principles is a plus
Experience with aftersales, warranty, marketing, or product management
Proven track record partnering with external and internal stakeholders to deliver mutually beneficial outcomes
Strong organizational skills with proven track record of efficiently executing complex projects to completion at a high level of quality
Demonstrated high level of interpersonal skills required to effectively collaborate, motivate, and facilitate others in group situations
Desire to work in a complex and evolving environment and to bring an innovation mindset. Comfort working in a fast-paced start-up technology environment is essential.
Highly proficient in oral and written communication skills
Previous experience deploying energy storage in multiple regions is desirable.
Strong computer software skills, especially Microsoft Office, including familiarity with MS Project and Lucid
Willing to travel 20-30% of the time, as necessary to execute responsibilities of the position
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
5+ years of product/operations management and/or SSM (sales, service, marketing) experience
Product marketing (research, planning, definition, business case)
Program management (resource allocation, dependencies, execution)
Marketing communications experience (i.e. brand, retail/dealer)
Strong knowledge of customer care, aftersales & warranty
Supplier Management
Training and content development
Experience presenting to Senior Leadership
Managing teams in the past is a plus
Interest in becoming technically proficient in the unique aspects of Energy products: charge times/ lengths, types of chargers, customer requirements, benefits beyond charging
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
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We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
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