Buyer

Ford; Naucalpan de Juárez; Hybrid; MXN 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford of Mexico is seeking a Buyer to join the FCSD purchasing organization. In this role you will lead commercial negotiations, source high‑quality parts globally, and manage material cost for assigned suppliers, while helping establish a robust supply chain.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, drive cost improvements, ensure on‑time delivery, and support supplier management strategies. The ideal candidate has a business degree and 5+ years purchasing experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field.
• 5+ years purchasing experience.
• Proven track record in managing complex commodities and cost optimization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficient with MS Office.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Mitigate supplier cost uplift requests.
• Drive service and supply improvements.
• Ensure on-time delivery from the supplier base.
• Support adherence to supplier quality process requirements.
• Execute timely new part sourcing.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies.
• Lead supplier management and engagement.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, supply chain, and finance to align improvements.
• Analyze supplier performance and cost data to identify trends and bottlenecks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Why Join Ford of Mexico?

Celebrating over 100 years of legacy in Mexico, we are more than just a business we are a vibrant, collaborative community of over 14,000 innovators shaping the global future of transportation. At Ford, we build what matters, grow where it counts, and drive progress with heart. Whether you are collaborating at our state-of-the-art Global Technology and Business Center (GTBC) or manufacturing iconic, award-winning vehicles in our world-class plants, you will find a culture evolving together, built on trust, passion, and shared purpose. Here, your work moves people forward, and your growth is personal. Join us, and let's build what's next together.

In this position...

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.

As the Buyer, you will have a direct purchasing position for the FCSD purchasing organization. In this role, you will lead commercial negotiations, support critical supply issues, and manage material cost for the suppliers assigned. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process and cost improvements, support supplier management strategies, and ensure compliance to our standards.

What you'll do...

Procurement:

• Identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Mitigate supplier cost uplift requests.
• Drive service supply improvements.
• Ensure superior delivery performance from our supply base.
• Support adherence of supplier quality process requirements.
• Execute timely new part sourcing.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies.
• Lead supplier management and engagement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with various departments, including marketing and sales organizations, supply chain, & finance to ensure process improvements align with company objectives and business needs.
• Linkage with other functional areas to ensure leveraged spend and optimized supplier management.

Performance Monitoring:

• Analyze supplier performance and cost data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for further process and cost optimization.

You'll have...

• Bachelor's degree: Business or related.
• 5+ years Purchasing experience.
• Established and successful track record of managing complex commodities and delivering optimized cost solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

Ford of Mexico is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is essential to our success. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or disability status.

We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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