Buyer - Switches & Cables
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In this position...
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.
We are seeking a Buyer who will focus on the Switches & Cables commodities, the selected candidate will manage cost, quality, and delivery of commodity over program lifetime.
You'll have...
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)
Even better, you may have...
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
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above?
No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1
This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 .
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.
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What you'll do...
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