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Project Manager - GM Protection

3 days ago Detroit, MI

JOB DESCRIPTION

Why GM Protection at GM Financial?

GM Protection is the game-changer that brings a fresh perspective to GM dealerships everywhere. Our mission? We're all about making dealerships shine: boosting profits, turning first-timers into loyal fans, and creating vibes that last long after the sale. Join the GM Protection team and let's make every customer experience unforgettable, every dealership more dynamic, and every drive a little more protected. Become part of the GM Protection movement-let's transform every customer interaction into a memorable event, energize every dealership, and ensure every journey is safeguarded. Are you ready to ride with us?

RESPONSIBILITIES

About the role:

GM Financial is targeting significant growth as it continues to strengthen the Protection/Insurance Products business. Our team is responsible for bringing the branded General Motors F&I products to market and we work hands on with our dealer partners to improve performance in their F&I department. In order to provide the most competitive products and business insights, we are developing new and enhanced products and technologies to support the GM enterprise.

The Project Manager is responsible for managing the project management lifecycle for complex and large scale projects and/or a portfolio of smaller projects. This individual will partner with others across the enterprise to ensure consistent application of the GPPM (Global Project Portfolio Management) processes and procedures.

In this role you will:

  • You will serve as a project manager for high-priority projects, applying the enterprise GPPM (Global Project Portfolio Management) processes and procedures
  • You can identify and assemble the appropriate blend of resources to meet project needs and requirements
  • You have the ability to ensure a consistent level of quality, accuracy, compliance to GPPM standards, state and federal regulations, and internal controls
  • You will lead the development of project requirements and scope; establishes appropriate metrics for measuring successful delivery of the projects
  • You can engage with project teams, business partners and stakeholders frequently on the status of key initiatives with respect to scope, schedule, cost, and resources; presents RAID logs
  • You enjoy coaching and counseling members of cross-functional teams to accomplish project goals, meet deadlines, and resolve technical/operational issues
  • You can administer the project change process when needed, formulating contingency plans to address schedule revisions, risks, costs, and scope
  • You will facilitate the establishment of project requirements, scope, and metrics.
  • You can monitor all project economics including costs, staffing requirements, resources, and risks.
  • You enjoy reporting on these and other activities related to the project, and meets with business partners and senior leadership to review.


QUALIFICATIONS

What makes you a dream candidate?

  • Proven experience and knowledge of the discipline of project management including common principles, methodologies and tools used by practitioners
  • Proficient in process improvement and development practices
  • Experience with business case preparation, cost benefit analysis and project execution
  • Experience using Agile/Scrum methodologies preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to tailor the message based on the audience
  • Strong coordinating, multi-tasking and decision making abilities; detail oriented
  • Ability to plan, execute and improve work processes to ensure achievement of business objectives
  • Proactively achieves goals and objectives and applies critical thinking skills in day-to-day problems and solutions
  • Ability to demonstrate integrity while successfully managing work demands and pressure; continually pursues personal development

Experience & Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent related work experience preferred
  • 2+ years experience in project management role working on large and/or complex projects required
  • Project Management Certification (PMP, PgMP, Agile, etc.) preferred
  • Agile/Scrum Certifications (CSM, PSM, PMI-ACP, etc.) preferred

What We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay, and nine company holidays

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Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture - an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work - we thrive

Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility

Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in office

NOTE: We are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship for this position

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Client-provided location(s): Detroit, MI
Job ID: GM_Financial-1036
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-10-08T19:26:32

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Unconscious Bias Training
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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