Buyer, Transmission Components
Core
Source and negotiate transmission components and services globally to ensure optimal cost, quality, and on-time delivery for Ford vehicle production.
Role type
Senior strategic buyer (automotive supply chain)
Builds
Transmission component supply chain for Ford vehicles
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Industrial supply chain
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, cost analysis, contract management, supplier relationship management, market testing, category strategy management, cross-functional collaboration, supply chain risk management, alternative sourcing identification
Preferred skills
Transmission components expertise, advanced negotiation skills, fact-based problem solving, industrialization planning
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Office Suite, Ford Supplier Portal
Responsibilities
Develop sourcing plans and lead commercial negotiations for transmission components; Lead QCDR (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Resilience) processes for commodity suppliers; Manage category strategy and supplier partnerships; Conduct market tests and design competitions; Collaborate with Product Development on cost targets and supply base footprint; Identify alternative technologies or sources to maintain production flow; Close commercial issues to support plant build objectives.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC