Program Control Buyer jobs at Ford in United States, Dearborn

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The Indirect IT Software Buyer will be responsible for leading and executing the procurement strategy for Information Technology software and services across the organization. This role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, identifying cost-saving opportunities, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, and collaborating closely with various internal departments to meet their needs. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong negotiation skills, a deep understanding of indirect spend categories, and proven experience in managing procurement processes and a team of supply chain employees.

An Advanced Program Development Study Lead oversees the planning, evaluation, and early-stage development of manufacturing processes, tools, and facilities for new or complex programs. They coordinate cross-functional teams to assess feasibility, optimize designs for manufacturability, and ensure production readiness before full-scale launch.

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As a Engine Components Buyer, you will be responsible for critical components such as Composite Intake Manifolds, Oil Pans, and Engine Covers, sealant systems, plastic metal components etc. across various programs. Your expertise will drive the strategic direction, sourcing execution, and productivity initiatives (Total Value Management - TVM), ensuring the seamless delivery of high-quality plastic parts to Ford Engine and Transmission Plants. This role demands a proactive approach to supplier relationship management and a keen eye for market trends, working collaboratively with Product Development (PD), Supplier Technical Assistance (STA), and Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L) to achieve aggressive Year-over-Year (YoY) cost, quality, and on-time delivery (OTD) targets.

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• Establish/strengthen global supplier relationships, enabling Ford to better align with and influence supplier technology roadmaps for Timing System, VCT and Solenoids.
• Understand upcoming program sourcing and key milestone 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.
• Drive/ lead Best Cost at J1, both through initial sourcing and design changes • Lead design competitions and market tests.
• Provide feedback to valued supply partners on cost position relative to market to build effective long-term, productive relationships.
• Support future Program Workshops - identify opportunities to achieve vehicle competitive pricing.
• Manage Supplier emerging significant issues (supply issues, Quality, Cost, etc.) and drive internal risk mitigation.
• Co-lead and develop together with PD commodity strategies, along with deployment of strategy for ICE to BEV migration.