Senior Manager, Purchasing - Business Services, Engineering Services & Bene at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Leadership, Spend Management, Team Leadership, Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Negotiation, Operational Efficiency, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Risk Management, Market Analysis, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Change Management, Data-Driven Decision Making, Employee Resource Groups

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive purchasing strategies for categories including Healthcare/Benefits, Professional and Engineering Services, Special Vehicle Programs, and Ford Performance services, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives and financial targets. Spend Management: Oversee and optimize annual spend totaling billions of dollars, identifying and implementing opportunities for cost reduction, value creation, and process improvements across assigned categories. Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of purchasing managers and buyers, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Supplier Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain robust relationships with key strategic suppliers, driving performance, innovation, and long-term partnerships. Contract Negotiation: Lead and execute complex contract negotiations, ensuring favorable terms, conditions, and service level agreements that mitigate risk and deliver maximum value to Ford. Operational Efficiency: Implement and champion best practices in sourcing processes, supplier selection, and performance management to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a key interface and trusted advisor to various internal skill teams, including Human Resources, Product Development, Engineering, Finance, and Legal, ensuring purchasing strategies support their objectives. Risk Management & Resiliency: Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring continuity of supply and building resilient supplier networks. Market Analysis: Stay abreast of industry trends, market conditions, and technological advancements within assigned categories to inform strategic decisions. Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. 10+ years of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, with a significant portion (5+ years of experience) in indirect purchasing, specifically including Business Services (e.g., consulting, legal, marketing), Engineering Services (e.g., R&D support, specialized technical services), and comprehensive Employee Benefits programs 5+ years of experience leading and managing purchasing teams. Demonstrated experience managing multi-billion dollar spend categories. Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and complex contract negotiations. Master's degree (MBA or equivalent). Experience with purchasing in one or more of the following categories: Healthcare/Benefits, Professional and Engineering Services, and/or vehicle program. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Proven ability to drive change and implement new processes effectively. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive purchasing strategies for various categories while overseeing and optimizing annual spend. Lead and mentor a high-performing team, cultivate supplier relationships, and implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency.