Buyer

Responsibilities

POSITION RESPONSIBILITES:

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives for new commodity segments within organization
• Develop New Supplier on Boarding Process for Production / Service Content
• Manage and negotiate supplier price change requests, resourcing actions, market tests, and lead cost reduction projects.
• Maintain supplier active pricing in purchasing files
• Lead supplier commercial negotiations and resolve issues affecting part supply, including distressed supplier situations
• Resolve supplier shortage and past due situations
• Insure suppliers’ adherence to Ford Global Terms and Conditions
• Insure timely responses to all quality issues and processing of SREA’s and Alerts, when applicable
• Meet deadlines for all buyer requests. Examples are Q1 updates, payment terms evaluations, etc.
• Manage timely resolution of part sourcing and pricing issues
• Analysis of data from a variety of internal and external sources to deliver the best value to Ford
• Quote and negotiate pricing with suppliers for the purchase of service parts, tooling and services
• Assist in resolution of cost, quality and delivery issues affecting supply
• Work with other Buyers in both Service and Production to develop strategies and implement solutions

Qualifications

• BA / BS Degree is preferred – MBA a plus
• Well-Seasoned Purchasing Professional required (years’ experience)
• MMP, WIPS, CMMS and WERS knowledge preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including negotiation skills
• Highly organized self-starter with demonstrated leadership skills
• Strong analytical skills and proficient in using Word and Excel; Access skills a plus
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in teams
• Comfortable dealing in internal and external conflicts
• Project management skills and process discipline
• Positive attitude to take the better decision
• Be curious and proactive searching solutions

DISCLAIMER:

Ford Motor Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as we are committed with a diverse workforce, and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran and basis of disability.