Indirect Buyer

Ford Motor Company; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking an Indirect Buyer to optimize technology investments and manage procurement activities. This role involves vendor management, contract negotiation, and aligning purchases with strategic goals to enhance operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in procurement or supply chain management.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Comprehensive health benefits

Family care programs

Vehicle discounts

Tuition assistance

Community service leave

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain support role.
• Familiarity with procurement processes, such as requisitioning and purchase order creation.
• Proficiency in using procurement or ERP systems for transactional tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for specific categories like transportation, construction, IT.
• Partner with stakeholders to meet sourcing needs efficiently.
• Negotiate contracts, including terms & conditions and service agreements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Procurement or ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

An Indirect Buyer plays a crucial role in optimizing technology investments, ensuring cost-effective procurement of hardware, software, and services. They manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and mitigate risks associated with licensing and compliance. By aligning purchases with strategic goals, they enhance operational efficiency and support long-term business growth. Their expertise helps organizations save money, streamline processes, and maintain compliance while securing high-quality solutions.

Qualifications

You'll have...

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain support role
• Familiarity with procurement processes, such as requisitioning, purchase order creation, and supplier interactions
• Proficiency in using procurement or ERP systems for transactional tasks
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Even better, you may have…

• Strong understanding of procurement or supply chain processes and attention to detail
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal colleagues and external suppliers
• Proactive, self-motivated, with strong communication skills and teamwork ability
• Capability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing workloads
• Effective analytical abilities
• Comfort navigating complexity and ambiguity in sourcing for indirect spend areas
• Strong customer service focus and proactive task approach
• Experience with indirect procurement or sourcing non-production goods/services (beneficial)
• Eagerness to learn and contribute positively to the team

We encourage applicants who believe they can bring value to Ford Motor Company, even if they don't check every box or have slightly different experiences.

Benefits and Additional Information

We offer flexible work options, comprehensive health benefits, family care programs, vehicle discounts, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, community service leave, paid holidays, and more. The position ranges from salary grades 6-8. For details on salary and benefits, visit this link. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and will undergo employment verification. Ford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities at 1-888-336-0660.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for specific categories like transportation, construction, IT, engineering, or other indirect spend areas.
• Partner with stakeholders to meet sourcing needs efficiently, demonstrating value through market analysis, negotiation, and procurement execution.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies, create supplier/category plans, and monitor supplier performance.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to support supplier base development.
• Participate in or support supplier performance reviews and business meetings.
• Negotiate contracts, including terms & conditions, risk assessments, and service agreements.