Low Voltage Electrical Distribution Tier II Core Component Buyer

Low Voltage Electrical Distribution Tier II Core Component Buyer

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world - together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

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.

In this position...

Automotive wiring core buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating over 12,000 parts across Connectors, Terminals, and related electrical components across 18 suppliers with a North America TO of ~$1.2B. This role ensures cost-effective procurement while maintaining high standards of quality delivery performance while maintaining high standards of quality that meet PD/Ford specifications, and ensuring delivery/capacity. The buyer will work closely with engineering, program, and logistics teams to support new product launches, cost-reduction initiatives, and continuous supply chain improvements.

You'll have...

• 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.
  

Even better, you may have...

• 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

• Preferred certifications and education:

  • Lean Six sigma (green or black belt)

  • Certified professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM)

  • Advanced degree (MPA/Supply Chain/Technical)
    

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.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

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...

• 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