Buyer, Supply Chain Programs
Core
Coordinate program activities and support purchasing and supply chain deliverables for Ford's vehicle platforms from pre-program planning through launch.
Role type
Buyer, Supply Chain Programs
Builds
Vehicle platforms for Ford Motor Company
Domain
Automotive manufacturing
Required skills
Sourcing and RFQ management, Purchase order tracking, Cost analysis, Supplier readiness monitoring, Cross-functional coordination, Program milestone tracking
Preferred skills
Commodity team support experience, Supplier quote review, Cost negotiation support, Process improvement initiatives
Technologies
Ariba, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
Assist buyers with sourcing activities including preparing RFQ materials and comparing bids, Track sourcing and purchasing milestones and flag delays or risks, Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align on total landed cost business cases, Prepare and maintain program workplans, dashboards, and status reports, Participate in cross-functional program reviews and document decisions, Monitor supplier readiness and support timely escalation of issues
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC