Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between Mary Barra and General Motors from the options. Options: product/material produced, manufacturer, distributed by, industry, position held, original broadcaster, owned by, founded by, distribution format, headquarters location, stock exchange, currency, parent organization, chief executive officer, director/manager, owner of, operator, member of, employer, chairperson, platform, subsidiary, legal form, publisher, developer, brand, business division, location of formation, creator.

General Motors ( GM ) CEO Mary Barra is watching China closely after earmarking $14 billion for investment in the country over the next three years.

Answer: employer