Jill DiCarlo
Oakland,MI
Summary
Strategic and results-oriented Purchasing Director with over 20 years of experience driving enterprise-wide procurement transformation across diverse industries. Proven expertise in supplier negotiations, cost reduction, risk mitigation, and team leadership. Adept at developing high-performing teams, leveraging technology, and executing innovative procurement strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency. Extensive experience in managing multi-billion-dollar budgets, enhancing supplier partnerships, and driving operational excellence to maximize profitability.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Commodity Sr. Manager - Semiconductor Strategic Purchasing
GENERAL MOTORS
02.2022 - 03.2025
- Spearheaded innovative semiconductor sourcing strategies, securing over $20B in new business
- Negotiated a first-of-its-kind wafer foundry agreement, strengthening supply chain resilience
- Led and developed a high-performing team, mentoring talent and enhancing procurement capabilities
- Cultivated and strengthened supplier relationships through challenging periods, including reduced Electric Vehicle volume and rising semiconductor prices
- Authored and presented multiple strategic business cases to the Board of Directors, securing buy-in and funding on procurement initiatives
- Collaborated cross-functionally with legal, finance, accounting, and engineering teams to implement enterprise-wide semiconductor procurement strategies, ensuring seamless integration and sustainability compliance
Global Commodity Manager -Brake Apply, Brake Foundations, Pedals
GENERAL MOTORS
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Managed a $1.7B annual budget, driving cost savings and operational efficiencies
- Executed multi-year supplier agreements, securing long-term profitability
- Negotiated warranty and field action claims, collaborating with legal, warranty, and engineering teams
- Led cross-functional teams in mitigating semiconductor crises through transformational approaches, collaborating with legal, finance, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure continuity of supplier
Global Commodity Manager - Forgings, Cranktrain, Connecting Rods
GENERAL MOTORS
02.2018 - 07.2020
- Oversaw a $950M global procurement portfolio, optimizing supplier contracts for cost savings
- Negotiated an $80M emergency exit strategy, securing business continuity
- Led procurement for the Ventec ventilator project, ensuring critical component sourcing
Global Commodity Manager - Chrome, Plastic Body Panels, Carbon Fiber
GENERAL MOTORS
08.2014 - 02.2018
- Drove supplier footprint optimization and strategic sourcing initiatives in low-cost countries
- Led supplier diversity and HR initiatives, fostering an inclusive and high-performance culture
- Developed early-involvement supplier agreements, ensuring seamless integration into GM programs
Executive Business Planner
GENERAL MOTORS
11.2012 - 08.2014
- Standardized business processes across the $14B Body Purchasing division
- Ensured financial accuracy and strategic alignment with corporate objectives by optimizing material and structural cost budgets through cross-functional collaboration with finance, accounting, and procurement teams
Global Creativity Leader / Senior Buyer - Brake Foundations
GENERAL MOTORS
04.2007 - 11.2012
- Managed an $80M protection-of-supply initiative, ensuring uninterrupted operations
- Oversaw 150 buyers and managers to support cure claims during GM bankruptcy, ensuring seamless execution and resolution
Global Commodity Manager
TI AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS
03.2005 - 04.2007
- Designed and implemented cost-saving strategies across global regions, achieving significant savings
- Conducted make-vs-buy analyses, optimizing component production strategies
Production Coordinator
VALASSIS COMMUNICATION
06.2003 - 04.2005
- Strengthened client relationships while ensuring compliance with internal specifications
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Oakland University
05-2010
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Central Michigan University
12-2002
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Transformation
- Financial analysis
- Supplier Relationship Management & Negotiation
- Cost Reduction & Process Optimization
- Supply Chain Risk Mitigation
- Budget Forecasting & Financial Planning
- Contract Negotiation & Compliance
- Develop, Mentoring, & Leading Teams
Timeline
Global Commodity Sr. Manager - Semiconductor Strategic Purchasing
GENERAL MOTORS
02.2022 - 03.2025
Global Commodity Manager -Brake Apply, Brake Foundations, Pedals
GENERAL MOTORS
07.2020 - 02.2022
Global Commodity Manager - Forgings, Cranktrain, Connecting Rods
GENERAL MOTORS
02.2018 - 07.2020
Global Commodity Manager - Chrome, Plastic Body Panels, Carbon Fiber
GENERAL MOTORS
08.2014 - 02.2018
Executive Business Planner
GENERAL MOTORS
11.2012 - 08.2014
Global Creativity Leader / Senior Buyer - Brake Foundations
GENERAL MOTORS
04.2007 - 11.2012
Global Commodity Manager
TI AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS
03.2005 - 04.2007
Production Coordinator
VALASSIS COMMUNICATION
06.2003 - 04.2005
MBA - Business Administration
Oakland University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Central Michigan University
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