Glass Commodity Sourcing Lead – Hybrid

Ford Motor Company; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Vehicle discount program

Job summary

Ford Motor Company seeks a skilled purchasing professional for exterior glass materials, including windshields and related components, to drive the CBP strategy and supplier negotiations. You will work with cross-functional teams regionally and globally to meet targets and optimize costs.

Requirements include a relevant bachelor's degree and 2–3+ years in glass purchasing (or 5+ years automotive purchasing). Hybrid work in Dearborn, MI, is available, with onsite days four days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering or related field.
• 2-3+ years of purchasing experience focused on Glass commodity or 5+ years in automotive purchasing.
• Experience with glass, electrical, mechanical or physical components.
• Ability to work onsite 4 days per week in the Dearborn, MI area for a hybrid model.

Responsibilities

• Know exterior glass commodity parts and cost drivers to meet targets.
• Develop and execute the glass CBP strategy.
• Foster supplier partnerships and lead negotiations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally regionally or globally.
• Quote, negotiate and source suppliers for production parts and tooling.
• Establish sourcing strategy for exterior glass (windshields, backlites, roof glass).
• Resolve cost, quality, and delivery issues affecting supply.
• Support buyers and cross-functional partners to implement solutions.
• Identify and implement cost reductions and cost avoidances.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering or related field

Job description

Ford Motor Company seeks a skilled purchasing professional for exterior glass materials, including windshields and related components, to drive the CBP strategy and supplier negotiations. You will work with cross-functional teams regionally and globally to meet targets and optimize costs.

Requirements include a relevant bachelor's degree and 2–3+ years in glass purchasing (or 5+ years automotive purchasing). Hybrid work in Dearborn, MI, is available, with onsite days four days per week.