Ford Motor Company
Overview
CI Buyer - Pumps at Ford Motor Company. The Ford Purchasing team adds value by sourcing high-quality parts and services from around the globe while ensuring optimal cost and on-time delivery. This role involves leading commercial negotiations, managing critical supplier relationships, and optimizing costs across various commodities and services. Responsibilities
Establish/strengthen global supplier relationships to align with and influence supplier technology roadmaps for Pumps Understand upcoming program sourcing and key milestones in support of launch Lead process to source on time and satisfy program targets, including working with PD to develop forward model cost targets Drive/lead Best Cost at J1 through initial sourcing and design changes Lead design competitions and market tests Provide feedback to supply partners on cost position relative to market to build long-term relationships Support future Program Workshops - identify opportunities to achieve vehicle competitive pricing Manage supplier emerging significant issues (supply, quality, cost) and drive internal risk mitigation Co-lead and develop commodity strategies with PD, including deployment of strategy for ICE to BEV migration Apply category management to optimize the commodity and sourcing strategy Lead commodity knowledge and market intelligence including cost, bill of process, etc. Lead TVM activities (NA and global lead/coordination) including objective setting and delivery Lead Program sourcing activities (Sourcing Contract) and lead sourcing strategy development and execution Lead strategic initiatives including Gap Week, Cost Strategy Week, QCDR/QBR Quarterly Meetings Lead cross-functional interface with PD/Finance/STA Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance or related field 3+ years of purchasing/supply chain experience Strong analytical skills (sourcing evaluations, business case studies) Strong negotiation skills (creating leverage in both offensive and defensive situations) Cost analytics (understand commodity cost drivers, part cost breakdowns, Gap-to-OCE) Strong working knowledge of Purchasing policies, procedures, and systems Fully competent with Microsoft Office Tools Ability to travel on company business as required Preferred
MBA preferred Strong business and commercial acumen and excellent written and verbal abilities Strong leadership skills and ability to work in teams Strong interpersonal skills and cross-functional collaboration Strategic mindset and understanding of current automotive industry challenges Additional Information
You may not check every box, but if you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply. Ford offers a comprehensive benefits package and work-life options. This position is hybrid; onsite may be required four or more days per week for candidates in commuting distance to a Ford hub location. Visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Ford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Location: Dearborn, MI (as applicable); Senior Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing Manager, Procurement/Buyer/Supply chain Specialist roles referenced as context.
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CI Buyer - Pumps at Ford Motor Company. The Ford Purchasing team adds value by sourcing high-quality parts and services from around the globe while ensuring optimal cost and on-time delivery. This role involves leading commercial negotiations, managing critical supplier relationships, and optimizing costs across various commodities and services. Responsibilities
Establish/strengthen global supplier relationships to align with and influence supplier technology roadmaps for Pumps Understand upcoming program sourcing and key milestones in support of launch Lead process to source on time and satisfy program targets, including working with PD to develop forward model cost targets Drive/lead Best Cost at J1 through initial sourcing and design changes Lead design competitions and market tests Provide feedback to supply partners on cost position relative to market to build long-term relationships Support future Program Workshops - identify opportunities to achieve vehicle competitive pricing Manage supplier emerging significant issues (supply, quality, cost) and drive internal risk mitigation Co-lead and develop commodity strategies with PD, including deployment of strategy for ICE to BEV migration Apply category management to optimize the commodity and sourcing strategy Lead commodity knowledge and market intelligence including cost, bill of process, etc. Lead TVM activities (NA and global lead/coordination) including objective setting and delivery Lead Program sourcing activities (Sourcing Contract) and lead sourcing strategy development and execution Lead strategic initiatives including Gap Week, Cost Strategy Week, QCDR/QBR Quarterly Meetings Lead cross-functional interface with PD/Finance/STA Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance or related field 3+ years of purchasing/supply chain experience Strong analytical skills (sourcing evaluations, business case studies) Strong negotiation skills (creating leverage in both offensive and defensive situations) Cost analytics (understand commodity cost drivers, part cost breakdowns, Gap-to-OCE) Strong working knowledge of Purchasing policies, procedures, and systems Fully competent with Microsoft Office Tools Ability to travel on company business as required Preferred
MBA preferred Strong business and commercial acumen and excellent written and verbal abilities Strong leadership skills and ability to work in teams Strong interpersonal skills and cross-functional collaboration Strategic mindset and understanding of current automotive industry challenges Additional Information
You may not check every box, but if you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply. Ford offers a comprehensive benefits package and work-life options. This position is hybrid; onsite may be required four or more days per week for candidates in commuting distance to a Ford hub location. Visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Ford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Location: Dearborn, MI (as applicable); Senior Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing Manager, Procurement/Buyer/Supply chain Specialist roles referenced as context.
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