Buyer - Stampings & Structural Assemblies at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Sourcing, Negotiation, Cost Analytics, Supplier Relationship Management, Quality Initiatives, Analytical Skills, Presentation Skills, Team Collaboration, Manufacturing Processes, Procurement, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Project Management, Cost Drivers Understanding, Creativity, Leadership

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation: Understand upcoming program sourcing and key milestones in support of launch. Align with the Category Manager on the supplier bid list, considering industry trends, technologies, and strategic supplier analysis. Develop supplier strategies based on Category Manager input, allowing team to source programs at target, on time while managing cost, quality and risk. Possess effective presentation skills to executive leadership to demonstrate the “why” behind a particular sourcing decision. Provide feedback to valued supply partners on cost position relative to market and build effective long-term, productive relationships. Support Quality initiatives by holding suppliers accountable and sourcing Q1 sites or achieving Q1 sites where targeted/aligned. Develop and successfully execute negotiations strategies to deliver material efficiencies (TVM) and minimize inflationary costs, which requires developing deeper understanding of cost drivers and levers. Develop material cost roadmaps that deliver corporate objectives and ensure long-term viability. Work with the strategic Category Manager, the Global Commodity Team, and Product Development to understand the latest supply base footprint, financial health ratings, technologies, and trends. Work directly with Supply Chain and the Finance organization to develop a holistic year-over-year commodity cost position. Provide support to the Critical Supply Team and Supplier Technical Assistance where part quality and shortages become prevalent. Work with engineering to identify alternative technologies or sources of supply to maintain a consistent flow of product into Ford production facilities. Ad hoc travel as required to supply partners. Be a leader - look at all existing processes and challenge if improvements can be made, regardless of scale. Accountable to work closely with others to meet deadlines with excellence; drive others to deliver required materials on time and with quality. Attend internal and external workshops with key stakeholders for continued process improvements. Hold effective working-level meetings with Supply partners for fast issue closure and relationship development. Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of experience in procurement, preferably within the Automotive industry 3+ years of manufactured commodities and manufacturing processes experience Master's Degree 5+ years of experience in procurement, preferably within the Automotive industry Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic procurement software Experience with Stampings and Structural Assemblies Strong business and commercial acumen and excellent written and verbal abilities. Ability to build solid relationships with teammates, suppliers, and cross-functional team members by fostering teamwork and collaboration in a virtual and face-to-face environment. Proficient with juggling multiple responsibilities simultaneously, staying focused on deadlines, handling complex projects efficiently, and solving open issues in a timely manner. 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 optimal cost). Strategic mindset and the ability to understand current challenges facing the automotive industry. Possess creativity, energy and pursuit of learning and development to drive commodity expertise. Persuasive and convincing communication skills (e.g., proposals, reports, plans) to secure commitment from business leaders. Ability to interpret organizational needs and commercial strategies as input into global Category Strategies. Strong working knowledge of Purchasing policies, procedures, and systems.

Responsibilities

The Buyer will develop supplier strategies and execute negotiation strategies to manage cost, quality, and risk while supporting quality initiatives. They will work closely with various teams to ensure timely sourcing and maintain effective relationships with suppliers.