Senior Buyer - Switches / Shifter Cables at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Buying, Analytical Skills, Negotiation Skills, Supply Chain Management, Cost Management, Market Analysis, Supplier Relationship Management, Sourcing Strategy, Financial Acumen, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Creative Thinking, Process Improvement, Risk Management, Commodity Expertise

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Manage cost, quality, and delivery of commodity over program lifetime Understand and set cost savings goals annually to identify pure commercial leverage versus design efficiencies and end-to-end supply chain improvements Work with Product Development to understand latest supply base footprint, financial health ratings, technologies, and trends Analyze market supply/demand balances and deficit risks Align on sourcing to component and part requirements Partner with finance team and controller's office to update quarterly material indices and forecasted pricing mentorship based on 3rd party data (where applicable) Conduct regular design reviews with engineering Sourcing execution lead (RFP events, tactical sourcing, spot buy, contract admin, etc.) POV owner of program-specific sourcing decisions Implement sourcing strategy for category, delivering a balanced portfolio of material that meets Ford's capacity, cost, timing, and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) needs Manage relationships with existing and future suppliers Understand industry and asset specific costs Work with suppliers to define integration opportunities within the supply chain Look at all existing processes and challenge if improvements could be made, regardless of scale Develop material cost roadmaps that deliver corporate objectives and ensure long-term viability Lead, and bring to closure, all supplier claim activity Support SCBS buyers on all resourcing, banking, and operations activities Understand and manage forecasted risks and opportunities for your buy both in the system and offline Support switch strategy with MP alignment Understand all switch supplier turnover both tier I and directed tier II Conduct supplier visits for critical workshops such as GEMBA and relationship building activities Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business or a related field of study Minimum of 2 years strategic buying experience Proficiency in Purchasing systems and procedures Clear understanding of the purchasing program life cycle Strong analytical skills (Must be data driven and able to analyze multiple potential scenarios / business plans) Strong negotiation skills (creating leverage in both offensive and defensive situations) 3+ years strategic buying experience Continuous pursuit of learning and development to drive commodity expertise Ability to influence senior executives to drive decision-making Ability to develop and successfully execute negotiations strategy Familiarity with manufacturing processes a plus Big Picture / Strategic Mindset (Must be able to drive the future of the commodity) Creative thinker and problem solver Must be a self-starter/ motivated and be able to work both independently as well as in a team setting. Persuasive and convincing communication skills (e.g., proposals, reports, plans) to secure commitment from business leaders Ability to interpret organization needs and commercial strategies as input into global Category Strategies

Responsibilities

Manage cost, quality, and delivery of commodities over the program lifetime while aligning sourcing to component and part requirements. Implement sourcing strategies that meet capacity, cost, timing, and ESG needs, and conduct regular design reviews with engineering.