CMF Definition Lead - Appearance Quality

Job Description

Color Material & Finish (CMF) Definition Lead Appearance Quality

Work Arrangement

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the GM Tech Center in Warren MI on a fulltime basis.

The Role:

Come be a part of one of the most exciting global design studios that is changing the future of mobility! General Motors Creative Design Organization is seeking an Appearance Definition Lead within its Color Material & Finish (CMF) group. In this role you will be assigned specific vehicle programs for which to coordinate and document all color and material appearance attributes via management of the Color & Trim Design Appearance Requirement (CTDAR) gold source you have experience in vehicle appearance quality are meticulously detail oriented and an Excel wiz this could be your next role!

What Youll Do (Responsibilities):

• Create manage and maintain the CTDAR document for specified programs
• Coordinate milestone releases of CTDAR on time to meet Global Vehicle Development Program (GVDP) elements
• Coordinate additional updates and release of document to support ongoing program changes (change management process)
• Work proactively to obtain and coordinate all color and materials appearance information specific to assigned programs
• Work with various teams to confirm and communicate direction
• Coordinate information with global partners on shared programs
• Ensure appearance direction maintains design intent brand strategies and color & materials strategies
• Identify disconnects support escalation and ensure timely resolution of issues pertaining to appearance information
• Ensure accuracy and quality of CTDAR document is maintained (gold source document)
• Support program benchmarking process
• Provide appearance requirements for eSOR
• Lead appearance definition meetings to support coarse to fine development of the CTDAR
• Lead milestone assessments for appearance gate reviews including the virtual assessment
• Coordinate gate review to request master IDs
• Support development of the overall CTDAR processes strategy and CCC documents
• Support CMF and Appearance Quality processes and actively participate in process improvements (OPEX projects)
• Support appearance requirements during AAR and vehicle harmony review with Appearance Quality Launch
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships within the Design organization including Interior & Exterior Studios Satellite Studios CMF and Appearance Quality
• Develop strong cross functional relationships outside of Design with Program Teams Engineering Program Management Materials Engineering and Marketing
• Manage appearance definition maintenance for the life of assigned programs

Additional Job Description

Yours Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• 5 years of experience managing large scale projects in Excel
• Experienced in the areas of color/grain/gloss and overall appearance attributes
• Understanding of a vast range of color & materials
• Knowledge of various manufacturing processes and how they affect appearance
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent project and program management skills
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to create and deliver effective presentations to management and large groups
• Ability to run effective meetings and collaborate crossfunctionally
• Ability to multitask by handling diverse assignments concurrently
• Strong experience in Power Point
• Knowledge of Purchasing process (eSOR) Change Management PPC is preferred

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Bachelors degree with qualifications in Engineering Design Business or Communications or commensurate experience
• Automotive industry / product experience working within design or engineering on vehicle interiors and exteriors
• Understanding of GVDP (Global Vehicle Development Process) preferred
• Experience in Excel Macros
• Experience in Photoshop

Relocation: This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate

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