Category Implementation Buyer - Tail Lamps

Overview At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move. Job Type: Full time Work Type: Hybrid Category Implementation Buyer - Tail Lamps We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. 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. Develop sourcing plans for tail lamps enabling completion of commercial negotiations and strategic sourcing to support supplier onboard dates while delivering program targets. Lead target sign-off process with match-pairs, prepare RFQ's, evaluate supplier quotations and complete Commercial Agreements.Lead QCDR process including plans to deliver full year objectives for commodity suppliers.Develop and maintain strong supplier partnerships.Lead supplier commercial negotiations, drive cost reduction strategies.Assist in managing the category strategy (CBP) across regions with annual updates including identifying and developing suppliers to deliver quality, delivery and cost objectives.Complete critical upcoming sourcing decisions and work with new suppliers on industrialization plans. What you'll do... Strategic Planning, Sourcing & Negotiation for the Tail Lamp commodity Co-lead and develop together with PD Commodity Business Plans Understand upcoming program sourcing and key milestones in support of launch Lead process to source on time and satisfy program targets, including working closely with PD to develop forward model cost targets Lead market tests and design competitions Understand supplier cost, OCEs, and cost gaps Provide feedback to valued supply partners on cost position relative to the market to build effective long-term, productive relationships. Work with Product Development to understand the latest supply base footprint, financial health ratings, technologies, and trends Understand and set cost savings goals to achieve on an annual basis by identifying pure commercial leverage versus design efficiencies and end-to-end supply chain improvements Develop material cost roadmaps that deliver corporate objectives and ensure the long-term viability Lead global supplier negotiation to support Quality, Cost, Delivery, Resilience (TVM, E2E, CRID, etc.), develop Action Plan to achieve these goals Provide direct support to Supplier Quality and Material, Planning & Logistics where part quality and shortages become prevalent Work with engineering to identify alternative technologies or sources of supply to maintain a consistent flow of product into Ford production facilities Close all commercial issues in a timely, effective and competitive manner so as to not risk plant build objectives. You'll have... Bachelor’s degree required Minimum of 3 years of direct experience in automotive procurement or supply chain management. Strong supplier relationship management, communication, and negotiation skills. Experience in cost analysis, strategic sourcing, and process improvement. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to resolve supplier issues and achieve program objectives. Willingness to travel as required and work a hybrid schedule, with 4 days onsite in Dearborn and 1 optional remote day. Even better, you may have... Experience with transmission components and systems 5+ years of direct automotive procurement and supply chain experience Desire to strengthen negotiati…

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