Low Voltage Electrical Distribution Tier II Core Component Buyer at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supplier Negotiation, Contract Management, Cost Analysis, Value Engineering, Total Cost Of Ownership, Commodity Strategy Development, Data Assessment Tools, Budget Management, KPI Tracking, Sustainability, Global Supply Chain Dynamics, Logistics, Lead Time Optimization, Lean Six Sigma, Strategic Sourcing, Cross-Functional Collaboration

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers for wiring components (connectors, terminals, clips, eyelets, etc.) Negotiate pricing, contracts, lead times, and supply agreements with domestic and global suppliers Manage supplier performance through KPIs (on-time delivery, quality, cost responsiveness) Work with T1 Ford team and T2 suppliers to optimize cost, while insuring lead times, and capacity are in line with part requirements Drive cost reduction initiatives through supplier negotiations, process improvements, and alternate sourcing Benchmark industry trends and market conditions across existing and new suppliers Cross-functional collaboration on new product introductions to qualify and source capable suppliers Support MP&L, Supplier Technical Assistance teams to support inbound material flow to reduce supply chain risks including, but not limited to, capacity, geopolitical risk and material shortages Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance or a related field of study 3 years minimum production purchasing experience. Preferred experience within electrical wiring or components Strong understanding of EDS system components (wiring harnesses, connectors, terminals fuses, relays, etc.) Knowledge of EDS and component manufacturing (injection molding, crimping, stamping, etc.) Proven experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, and contract management Ability to perform cost analysis, value engineering, and total cost of ownership assessment Proven experience in managing sourcing process (supplier selection, benchmarking, cost assessment, sourcing recommendations, contract development) Proven experience in commodity strategy development Proficiency in data assessment tools (excel, Power BI, or similar) Experience in budget management Proven ability to track and report KPIs such as on-time delivery, supplier performance, sourcing to target, cost reduction, etc. Understanding of sustainability and compliance in supply chain Strong understanding of global supply chain dynamics, logistics, lead time optimization Preferred experience in developing / managing cost models Ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment Ability to develop and implement commodity strategies Strong communication and presentation skills Ability to leverage and work with cross-functional teams and build internal and external networks Lean Six sigma (green or black belt) Certified professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) Advanced degree (MPA/Supply Chain/Technical)

Responsibilities

Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers for wiring components while managing supplier performance through KPIs. Drive cost reduction initiatives and collaborate cross-functionally on new product introductions.