Buyer - Head Restraints & Armrests

Ford; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Flexible family care days

Adoption and surrogacy benefits

Vehicle discount program

Job summary

Ford is hiring for a Seat Head Restraints and Armrest Buyer. You will manage cost, quality, delivery and resiliency of the Head Restraints and Armrest supply chain, sourcing execution, and program-specific decisions.

The role requires developing cost roadmaps, collaborating with engineering and strategic Category Management, and driving continuous improvements. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in automotive purchasing, a Bachelor’s in a related field, and proficiency with purchasing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of automotive purchasing experience.
• Proficiency in Purchasing systems and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing execution lead (RFx, tactical sourcing, spot buys, contract admin).
• Own program-specific sourcing decisions and POV.
• Implement category sourcing strategy meeting Ford's capacity, cost, timing and ESG needs.
• Manage relationships with Head Restraint and Armrest suppliers; define integration opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Influence executives

Data-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Engineering

Tools

Purchasing systems

Job description

We made history and now we work to transform the future -- for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

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.

This role is for a Seat Head Restraints and Armrest Buyer - Responsible for managing cost, quality, delivery and resiliency of the Ford Head Restraints and Armrest supply chain. In this position...

• Manage cost, quality, and material efficiencies (Total Value Management) 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 the strategic Category Manager and Product Development to understand latest supply base footprint, financial health ratings, technologies, and trends.
• Maximize quality integration of tier 2 components into final seat assembly.
• Analyze market supply/demand balances and deficit risks.
• Conduct regular design reviews with engineering to identify cost reduction opportunities.

What you'll do...

• 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 Head Restraint and Armrest suppliers.
• 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.

You'll have...

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or other related field
• Minimum 3 years of automotive purchasing experience.
• Proficiency in Purchasing systems and procedures.

Even better, you may have...

• Extremely high energy with a relentless 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.

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.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $74,300-$124,500.
This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.
This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $72,480-121,440.
This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $84,480-141,360.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $96,720-162,120.

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. 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.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.
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