Category Implementation Buyer-Medium Castings at Ford Motor Company

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Sep, 26

Salary

166200.0

Posted On

26 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Commercial Negotiations, Supplier Relationship Management, Cost Optimization, Sourcing Evaluations, Business Case Studies, Cost Analytics, Strategic Thinking, Microsoft Office Tools, Cross-functional Collaboration, Risk Mitigation, Market Testing, Supply Chain Management

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. The Ford Purchasing team adds critical value to the entire organization. You’ll help us source the highest quality parts and services from around the globe while ensuring optimal cost and on-time delivery. You’ll also contribute to establishing a robust supply chain so that we can continually produce the vehicles our customers want. In this position... As a Buyer at Ford Motor Company, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation by leading commercial negotiations, managing critical supplier relationships, and optimizing costs across various commodities and services. You will be an integral part of Ford's global Supply Chain organization, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of high-quality products and services that meet Ford's rigorous standards. This position is ideal for a strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities and exceptional negotiation skills who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. * Establish/strengthen global supplier relationships, enabling Ford to better align with and influence supplier technology roadmaps for Medium Castings * Understand upcoming program sourcing and key milestone in support of launch. * Lead process to source on time and satisfy program targets, including working closely with PD to develop forward model cost targets. * Drive/ lead Best Cost at J1, both through initial sourcing and design changes *  Lead design competitions and market tests. * Provide feedback to valued supply partners on cost position relative to market to build effective long-term, productive relationships. * Support future Program Workshops - identify opportunities to achieve vehicle competitive pricing. * Manage Supplier emerging significant issues (supply issues, Quality, Cost, etc.) and drive internal risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

Lead commercial negotiations and manage global supplier relationships for Medium Castings to ensure optimal cost and on-time delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive best cost targets and mitigate supply chain risks.