Ford Motor Company
High Voltage Component Category Manager
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, United States, 48120
In this position...
At Model e, we were inspired by the success of small, purposeful Ford teams that developed the Mustang Mach-E SUV and F-150 Lightning pickup, as well as Ford's dedicated EV division in China. Similarly, dedicated teams within Model e will create the software platforms and fully networked vehicle architectures to support delightful, always-on and ever-improving vehicles and experiences that will allow us to deliver over 50% of our total sales in BEV and 33 million connected vehicles by 2030. We are building a team of the world's best supply chain, software, electrical and automotive talent and turning them loose to create great electric vehicles and digital experiences for new generations of customers.
Ford Motor Company Model e Supply Chain organization is looking for an experienced Electronics/Semiconductor professional to join our Semiconductor Sourcing and Supply Chain team. The team is composed of Purchasing/Technical Experts who, along with our Engineering, Supplier Technical Assistance and Manufacturing teams will help ensure world class delivery by our supply base. The candidate will interact with Suppliers and Ford Sites globally.
What you'll do...
Work in a high performing Semiconductor Purchasing team to ensure Security of Supply of Optimal Costed Semiconductor Components for our next generation Electronic Modules.
Establish/strengthen Semiconductor supplier relationships, enabling Ford to better align with and influence supplier technology roadmaps.
Collaborate with Product Development to source Semiconductors meeting technical and quality requirements to allow delivery of state-of-the-art Smart connected vehicles
Lead issuing RFQ's to source Semiconductors for next generation electronic modules.
Develop purchasing strategies and execute tactical operations for high voltage module projects using SiC/Si IGBT/GaN components to ensure long term production capacity and continuity of supply at best cost.
Tasks include setting up suppliers (onboarding), working directly with Engineering, Vehicle Programs and MP&L to manage proto builds and EDI communication for demand forecasts, long lead time POs and releases. Align with Finance to ensure invoices are received and paid per terms and payment issues are resolved.
Manage Supplier emerging significant issues (supply issues, Quality, Cost etc.) and drive internal risk mitigation. Champion continuous improvement activities within the Semiconductor Purchasing team (including bureaucracy/efficiency improvement).
Engage Semiconductor supplier partners at the executive and corporate level to develop strong partnerships. Hold regular Business reviews with suppliers.
You'll have...
Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain or bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
4+ years of experience with Automotive Semiconductors
5+ years of experience in Purchasing, Engineering or Sales
Even better, you may have...
Prior specialized experience sourcing and managing high voltage electrical components (SiC, IGBT, GaN)
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to build strong and effective relationships across technical and business teams globally
Advanced knowledge with direct semiconductor sourcing and supply chain experience valued
Experience in process planning, implementation, and launch in electronics manufacturing systems
Possess excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills; those needed to interact with external and internal stakeholders.
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1 (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/fordcareers.co/GSRSP1__;!!N_LtwI-RPugbI9wg0dJn!F2S6joe9fsB7EGtPNO2gvLmSdpUjraLCt9qvBExxDl3JpvQKBcrmEbjWaaGlwrST4sVCPPWtiV3q9yH_Kg$)
This position is a range of salary grades
7-8
.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #Li-LB1
Requisition ID
: 51291
At Model e, we were inspired by the success of small, purposeful Ford teams that developed the Mustang Mach-E SUV and F-150 Lightning pickup, as well as Ford's dedicated EV division in China. Similarly, dedicated teams within Model e will create the software platforms and fully networked vehicle architectures to support delightful, always-on and ever-improving vehicles and experiences that will allow us to deliver over 50% of our total sales in BEV and 33 million connected vehicles by 2030. We are building a team of the world's best supply chain, software, electrical and automotive talent and turning them loose to create great electric vehicles and digital experiences for new generations of customers.
Ford Motor Company Model e Supply Chain organization is looking for an experienced Electronics/Semiconductor professional to join our Semiconductor Sourcing and Supply Chain team. The team is composed of Purchasing/Technical Experts who, along with our Engineering, Supplier Technical Assistance and Manufacturing teams will help ensure world class delivery by our supply base. The candidate will interact with Suppliers and Ford Sites globally.
What you'll do...
Work in a high performing Semiconductor Purchasing team to ensure Security of Supply of Optimal Costed Semiconductor Components for our next generation Electronic Modules.
Establish/strengthen Semiconductor supplier relationships, enabling Ford to better align with and influence supplier technology roadmaps.
Collaborate with Product Development to source Semiconductors meeting technical and quality requirements to allow delivery of state-of-the-art Smart connected vehicles
Lead issuing RFQ's to source Semiconductors for next generation electronic modules.
Develop purchasing strategies and execute tactical operations for high voltage module projects using SiC/Si IGBT/GaN components to ensure long term production capacity and continuity of supply at best cost.
Tasks include setting up suppliers (onboarding), working directly with Engineering, Vehicle Programs and MP&L to manage proto builds and EDI communication for demand forecasts, long lead time POs and releases. Align with Finance to ensure invoices are received and paid per terms and payment issues are resolved.
Manage Supplier emerging significant issues (supply issues, Quality, Cost etc.) and drive internal risk mitigation. Champion continuous improvement activities within the Semiconductor Purchasing team (including bureaucracy/efficiency improvement).
Engage Semiconductor supplier partners at the executive and corporate level to develop strong partnerships. Hold regular Business reviews with suppliers.
You'll have...
Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain or bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
4+ years of experience with Automotive Semiconductors
5+ years of experience in Purchasing, Engineering or Sales
Even better, you may have...
Prior specialized experience sourcing and managing high voltage electrical components (SiC, IGBT, GaN)
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to build strong and effective relationships across technical and business teams globally
Advanced knowledge with direct semiconductor sourcing and supply chain experience valued
Experience in process planning, implementation, and launch in electronics manufacturing systems
Possess excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills; those needed to interact with external and internal stakeholders.
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1 (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/fordcareers.co/GSRSP1__;!!N_LtwI-RPugbI9wg0dJn!F2S6joe9fsB7EGtPNO2gvLmSdpUjraLCt9qvBExxDl3JpvQKBcrmEbjWaaGlwrST4sVCPPWtiV3q9yH_Kg$)
This position is a range of salary grades
7-8
.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #Li-LB1
Requisition ID
: 51291