Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Manager - GM Defense

Description

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the GM Defense Production Facility in Concord, North Carolina on a full-time basis (shift is four (4) 10's, Monday-Thursday). Role will also require travel and make trips to off-site locations as assigned or as needed

About GM Defense:
GM Defense is driving the future of military mobility by leveraging the best-in-class capabilities of General Motors for unmatched innovation, proven performance and breakthrough life-cycle economics! We deliver reliable, affordable, and innovative products across a full spectrum of capabilities – integrated vehicles, power and propulsion, autonomy, mobility, and security!

GM Defense is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic individual looking for an opportunity that will allow them to showcase their talents and have an impact in a strategic growth area. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and demonstrates problem-solving leadership with limited oversight!

The Role:

The Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Manager – GM Defense is responsible for the strategic oversight, performance management, and operational execution of external logistics providers supporting defense and government-related programs. This role ensures that 3PL operations meet mission-critical requirements, including secure material handling, compliance with government regulations, and high reliability in support of defense customers.

The 3PL Manager serves as the key interface between GM Defense cross-functional teams and external logistics partners, driving operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement across inbound, outbound, and service parts distribution networks supporting defense programs.

What You Will Do (Responsibilities):

Establish and manage performance metrics (KPIs) aligned to defense program requirements, including delivery reliability, inventory accuracy, compliance, and responsiveness

Maintain inventory integrity across off-site locations through regular audits, issue investigation, and corrective action implementation

Lead structured business reviews with 3PL providers to ensure performance accountability and continuous improvement

Ensure full adherence to contractual agreements, service level requirements, and government compliance obligations

Oversee end-to-end logistics operations including warehousing, transportation, kitting, and distribution supporting defense programs

Partner with internal teams to ensure uninterrupted flow of material to support production schedules and customer commitments

Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to supply chain disruptions, security, and regulatory compliance

Identify opportunities to reduce cost while maintaining or improving service and compliance standards

Lead digital and automation initiatives to enhance visibility, tracking, and control of material flows

Collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Finance, Quality, and Program Management teams to support defense program execution

Align 3PL strategies with GM Defense program priorities and customer requirements

Support sourcing, onboarding, and capability assessments of 3PL providers with defense logistics expertise

Ensure providers have the capacity, certifications, and infrastructure to support secure and scalable operations

Audit and maintain inventory

Lead with a compliance-first mindset while balancing cost, service, and operational efficiency

Drive disciplined execution and structured problem solving in a regulated environment

Influence internal and external stakeholders to achieve aligned outcomes

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, transparency, and operational rigor

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree

5+ years relevant experience

Candidate must either be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization

Strong understanding of warehouse operations, transportation, and distribution networks

Experience working in regulated environments or with compliance-driven processes

Proven ability to manage supplier performance and drive KPI-based accountability

Willing to travel and make trips to off-site locations as assigned or as needed

What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)

Experience with SAP and warehouse/logistics systems

Lean / Six Sigma or GMS experience

Experience implementing automation, tracking systems, or digital supply chain tools

Prior experience managing third-party logistics (3PL) providers

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GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.

The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

The position is subject to export control restrictions and requires the successful candidate to be either a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization

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