Program overview
How General Motors's supplier diversity program works.
GM has been a leader in supplier diversity for over 50 years. We are committed to increasing opportunities for diverse businesses in the automotive supply chain.
Read the step-by-step guide: How to become a General Motors supplier: the realistic path in 2026.
Accepted certifications
Which certifications General Motors recognizes.
To register on General Motors's supplier portal as a diverse supplier, you need to hold at least one of the certifications below. Each link goes to the full guide for that certification: eligibility rules, application steps, and the issuing body.
Categories of spend
What General Motors sources from diverse suppliers.
Registration process
How to register as a General Motors supplier.
Register at GM Supplier Diversity portal. Automotive experience and quality certifications required.
Go deeper
The complete guide to becoming a General Motors supplier.
How to become a General Motors supplier in 2026: the Supplier Acceleration program, GM SupplyPower, what GM's diversity shift changed, and how to actually get in.
Read the General Motors supplier guide →From the procurement team
What General Motors buyers look for.
Automotive industry experience, IATF 16949 certification, and manufacturing capability are essential.
Matchmaking events
Where to meet General Motors buyers in person.
GM Supplier Business Matching
