“Our suppliers play a key role in delivering the products, services and experiences our customers deserve — and these award-winning suppliers went above and beyond our expectations,” said GM vice president Shilpan Amin, who oversees the company’s global purchasing and supply chain.

It’s the second year in a row Nucor has received the recognition, and it’s the only mini-mill operator on the automaker’s list of recognized suppliers. 

“We value the partnership we've built with GM, working together to meet their needs for automotive steel products. We look forward to continuing to grow as partners for years to come," said Nucor president and chief executive Leon Topalian. 

Lourenco Goncalves, chairman and chief executive of AK Steel parent Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., said the award recognizes the technical and commercial support it provides to GM.  

“More than anything, we value our collaborative relationship with GM,” Goncalves said. “We are committed to continuing to work with GM to design steel solutions for their existing and new vehicles. GM’s commitment with the future of the automotive industry is also our commitment.”

The Supplier of the Year award winners are chosen by a global team of GM purchasing, engineering, quality, manufacturing and logistics executives. Winners were selected based on performance criteria in product purchasing, global purchasing and manufacturing services, customer care and aftersales, and logistics.