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General Motors Sr. Manager - Global Dangerous Goods Transportation in Lincoln, Nebraska
Job Description
Remote OR Hybrid , reporting where work can/needs to be performed / collaboration should happen. If the person lives w/n 50 miles of such a location, they are expected to come in three times a week. If they do not live withing 50 miles of any of those locations, they don’t need to report in.
This role is based remotely but if you live within a 50-mile radius of [Warren, Michigan], you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum.
The Role - The Global DGT Senior Manager is a subject matter expert who will be responsible for growing GM's global DGT program and building out organizational capabilities to support the growth of electric vehicles. They will lead a team that interprets and applies regulatory standards to drive proactive compliance solutions including interacting with regulators and key stakeholders. Staying updated on business, regulatory, and legislative advancements, the Senior Manager will anticipate relevant opportunities and challenges to GM's business activities.
The Team - The Dangerous Goods Transportation (DGT) team is comprised of highly skilled individuals with expertise in the safe and compliant transportation of dangerous goods globally and across multiple modes of transportation. With a comprehensive understanding of regulations and requirements in various countries, the team develops and implements standardized procedures to mitigate risks associated with the transportation of hazardous materials. They collaborate closely with regional teams, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to maintain a uniform approach to dangerous goods transportation, promoting safety, and minimizing environmental impact across GM.
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)
Build out the vision for the new DGT Global Organization and recruit, develop and retain high performing DGT professionals
Manage GM's team of global DGT professionals and plan and administer department strategies, goals, objectives, operations, and budgets
Lead the development, review, and updating of DGT documentation, training, and transportation operations procedures, ensuring alignment with requirements and industry best practices
Develop strategy to execute and implement global DGT procedures and compliance practices
Establish and maintain strong relationships with engineering, manufacturing, safety, supply chain, legal, and other internal and external stakeholders
Support teams cross-functionally to identify DGT opportunities in their programs
Collaborate, as necessary, with GM's dealer network, joint ventures, suppliers, and third-party logistics providers on DGT matters
Communicate DGT policies to stakeholders within the organization, driving comprehension and adherence
Stay current on emerging trends, best practices, and developments in DGT through continuous professional development, industry conferences, and participation in trade groups
Functional/Technical Capability and Problem Solving:
Demonstrated expertise in international and domestic regulations governing the transportation of dangerous goods, including experience with United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), U.S. Department of Transportation/ Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR), International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Knowledge of national and local regulations pertaining to environmental waste management
Program management skills including experience in planning, executing, and managing initiatives efficiently, aligning them with organizational objectives to deliver desired outcomes
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams involved in DGT operations, regulatory compliance, and safety initiatives, with a demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor team members
Critical competencies for this role include: strong managerial courage, conflict management, business acumen, drive for results, interpersonal savvy, and effective team building
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 (156,200- 239,300). 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
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree – (Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Occupational Health and Safety preferred but not required)
7+ years of people leader experience and/or demonstrated experience building high performance teams
Demonstrated leadership in DGT and/or Environmental Safety
Demonstrated leadership skills encompassing relationship-building, collaboration, decisiveness, innovation, inspiration, and vision
Proficiency in effective communication across all organizational levels and throughout the company is also key
This position will require travel approximately 30-50% of time as new organization is being deployed
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge ( Preferred Qualifications)
5+ years of experience in leading a DGT (or similar) compliance team
3+ years engaging with regulators
Certified Hazardous Materials Manager
Certified Dangerous Goods Professional or Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor credentials
Experience working in a global context and navigating cultural nuances
Understanding regional variations in regulatory requirements and operational practices
Crisis management and emergency response expertise to ensure swift and coordinated actions mitigating risks and minimizing impact.
Automotive, aerospace, or heavy industrial experience is a plus
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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.
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• 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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