About This Role
This role is for a highly motivated professional to join Ford's Purchasing organization through an Agency Talent Pipeline. As a Category Buyer, you will develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, support commercial negotiations, and drive value for the organization through cost, quality, delivery, and risk management initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, products, or services
- Lead supplier selection, sourcing, and negotiation activities
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
- Manage supplier performance and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support cost reduction and productivity objectives
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Operations, and Program Management
- Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and commercial opportunities
- Support business continuity and supply chain risk mitigation activities
- Prepare recommendations and presentations for management review
- Drive compliance with purchasing policies and procedures
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, Operations, Economics, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, supply chain, supplier management, manufacturing, engineering, operations, or related business functions
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
Nice to have:
- Strategic sourcing experience
- Supplier negotiation experience
- Automotive, manufacturing, logistics, technology, or industrial industry experience
- Experience managing supplier relationships and performance metrics
- Knowledge of procurement systems and commercial contracting processes
- Project management experience
- Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, APICS, or similar credentials
Important Details
- Employment Type: Agency Assignment
- Multiple Openings
About the Company
Ford is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive work environment where employees can thrive, develop, and contribute to the future of mobility.
