Contract and Program Management Buyer at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Management, Program Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Process Optimization, Sourcing, Contract Analysis, Data Analysis, Market Research, Cost Management, Risk Analysis, Communication, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office Suite, Procurement Systems

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Your responsibilities will include assisting with strategic on-time sourcing, conducting contract analysis, supporting supplier relationship management, and contributing to process optimization. Program Support & Analysis: Assist in the research, analysis, and documentation of strategic and tactical procurement plans for Ford Racing, ensuring alignment with overall program objectives. Sourcing Process Assistance: Support the end-to-end sourcing process for goods and services required for these programs. This includes conducting research for RFx (RFI, RFP, RFQ) development, gathering data for market tests, assisting with supplier assessment documentation, and supporting proposal evaluations. Contract Lifecycle Support: Assist in the review, drafting, execution, and management of commercial contracts. Help ensure contracts are detailed with clear deliverables, terms & conditions, payment terms, and pricing models. Verify contracts comply with company policies and legal requirements, and support contract renewal or termination processes. Collaborate with Ford Racing Business Owners and Legal teams to identify and mitigate risks. Commodity Strategy Contribution: Conduct research and analysis to support the development and evolution of Procurement Commodity Strategies specifically tailored to Ford Racing. Help identify data for supplier and commodity-focused sourcing plans designed to achieve savings targets and support technical requirements. Supplier Performance Monitoring: Assist in monitoring supplier performance against contractual obligations and KPIs. Support data collection and preparation for regular business reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain. Cost Management Support: Research and analyze opportunities for cost reduction and value improvement. Assist in tracking, reporting, and forecasting savings achieved through strategic sourcing and negotiation efforts within this domain. Market Data & Benchmarking: Conduct comprehensive market data analyses and perform benchmarking activities (e.g., through market tests, third-party studies) to establish insights within specialized categories relevant to Ford Racing programs. Process & Systems Support: Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards. Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes and improve efficiency using procurement systems and tools. Assist with the accurate creation and issuance of purchase orders (e.g., in Ariba) based on requisitions. Risk Identification & Analysis: Assist in identifying and analyzing potential risks within the supply chain, including financial, operational, compliance, and supply continuity risks unique to supporting high-performance programs. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner effectively with Business, Engineering, Legal, Finance, and other relevant internal departments to understand their requirements and ensure timely and effective delivery of goods and services essential for their success. Reporting & Analytics Contribution: Prepare and contribute to reports on spend analysis, savings performance, supplier performance, market trends, and project-specific procurement status relevant to Ford Racing initiatives. Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree 5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, contract administration, or a related analytical role. 3+ years of experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and experience with procurement systems and tools (e.g., Ariba) is a plus. 2+ years of experience supporting sourcing processes, including RFx documentation and supplier assessments. 1+ years of experience with contract review and administration, including understanding of key terms and conditions. Experience within the automotive or a related project/contract-heavy industry. Understanding of contract law principles or experience working closely with legal teams on commercial agreements. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams. Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with strategic sourcing and contract analysis while supporting supplier relationship management. Contribute to process optimization and ensure alignment with procurement plans for Ford Racing.