Buyer - Textiles

Job DescriptionWe are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?The Ford Purchasing team adds critical value to the entire organization. You’ll help us source the highest quality parts and services from around the globe while ensuring optimal cost and on-time delivery. You’ll also contribute to establishing a robust supply chain so that we can continually produce the vehicles our customers want.ResponsibilitiesIn this position...• Buyer is commercially responsible for directed seat materials, (including vinyl, leather, fabric, foam lamination etc).• Cross functional partnership with product development design studio and program team to deliver commodity cost and quality goals.• Opportunity to develop processes and procedures specific to seat textile commodity.What You'll Do...• Manage cost, quality, and delivery of commodity over program lifetime.• Understand and set cost savings goals annually to identify pure commercial leverage versus design efficiencies and end-to-end supply chain improvements.• Work with Product Development and design team to understand latest supply base footprint, financial health ratings, technologies, and trends.• Analyze market supply/demand balances and deficit risks.• Align on sourcing to component and part requirements.• Partner with finance team and controller’s office to update quarterly material indices and forecasted pricing mentorship based on 3rd party data (where applicable).• Conduct regular design reviews with engineering and design team• Sourcing execution lead (RFx event, tactical sourcing, spot buy, contract admin, etc.)• POV owner of program-specific sourcing decisions.• Implement sourcing strategy for category, delivering a balanced portfolio of material that meets Ford’s capacity, cost, timing, and ESG (Environmental , Social, Governance) needs.• Manage relationships with existing and future Instrument Panel suppliers.• Understand industry and asset specific costs.• Work with suppliers to define integration opportunities within the supply chain.• Look at all existing processes and challenge if improvements could be made, regardless of scale.• Develop material cost roadmaps that deliver corporate objectives and ensure long-term viability.QualificationsYou'll have...• Bachelors degree.• Minimum of 3 years strategic buying experience.• Proficiency in Purchasing systems and procedures.Even better, you may have...• Continuous pursuit of learning and development to drive commodity expertise.• Ability to influence senior executives to drive decision-making.• Ability to develop and successfully execute negotiations strategy.• Familiarity with manufacturing processes a plus.• Strong analytical skills (Must be data driven and able to analyze multiple potential scenarios / business plans).• Big Picture / Strategic Mindset (Must be able to drive the future of the commodity).• Creative thinker and problem solver.• Must be a self-starter/ motivated and be able to work both independently as well as in a team setting.• Strong negotiation skills (creating leverage in both offensive and defensive situations).• Persuasive and convincing communication skills (e.g., proposals, reports, plans) to secure commitment from business leaders.• Ability to interpret organization needs and commercial strategies as input into global Category Strategies.You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases• Tuition assistance• Established and active employee resource groups• Paid time off for individual and team community service• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHDThis position is a range of salary grades 5-8 .Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.