Purchasing Manager Engine
Core
Lead sourcing strategy and supplier management for Powertrain/Engine commodities to ensure cost-effective, resilient supply solutions for Ford vehicles.
Role type
Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing (via careerplan.io/jobs/563568453776949-purchasing-manager-engine-at-ford)
Builds
Resilient supply chains for engine parts (FIE, Camshafts, VCT, Timing Chains)
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Powertrain supply chain
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, risk management, market analysis, category management, contract negotiation, cost modeling, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Master's degree, leadership of project teams, business acumen, analytical skills, negotiation expertise
Technologies
Supplier Relationship Framework (SRF), Supply Risk Management (SRM) tools, dashboards
Responsibilities
Develop and execute purchasing strategies for engine commodities; manage key strategic supplier relationships; proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks; serve as interface with Product Development, Engineering, Finance, and Legal; monitor industry trends and regulations; lead team in developing category strategy plans and drive purchasing discipline.
Seniority
Senior Manager, leadership level 6
