Power Electronics Sourcing Lead – Cost & Supplier Strategy

Ford Motor Company; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible family care days

Parental leave

Back-up child care

Vehicle discount

Tuition assistance

Employee resource groups

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Vacation time purchase option

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI is seeking a senior sourcing leader to own power electronics commodity strategy across multiple vehicle programs. You will lead RFIs/RFQs, negotiate contracts, and drive cost performance while partnering with engineering to understand BOM cost drivers.

This role requires 5+ years in purchasing and strategic sourcing, automotive/electronics experience, and strong negotiation and cross-functional collaboration. It is a hybrid role with global sourcing involvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, related field
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or strategic sourcing
• 5+ years of experience leading supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and commercial execution
• 5+ years of experience working cross-functionally with engineering and suppliers in technical product environments
• 5+ years of experience in automotive or electronics-related sourcing, manufacturing, or program environments
• Strong understanding of power electronics or electronic components (e.g., DC-DC converters, OBC, PCBAs, or similar systems)
• Strong understanding of BOM structures, cost drivers, manufacturing processes, and tooling/capital impacts
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage sourcing activities and drive results across multiple priorities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills in fast-paced, high-visibility environments
• Strong communication skills with ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and supplier partners

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing execution and strategy for power electronics commodities across multiple programs
• Own RFIs/RFQs, supplier selection, and contract execution with full commercial accountability
• Drive cost performance using should-cost modeling, benchmarking, OCEs, and fact-based negotiations
• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve best cost at Job 1 and support ongoing cost reduction initiatives
• Partner with engineering to understand BOM structures, design intent, and key cost drivers
• Support development and execution of commodity and supply base strategies, including pricing, tooling, and sourcing plans, 5-10yr outlook
• Drive supplier transparency and accountability to close cost gaps and meet program targets
• Manage sourcing deliverables for current and future vehicle programs, ensuring alignment to timing and milestones
• Collaborate with global teams to align sourcing activities and proactively mitigate supply or cost risks
• Monitor and drive supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and capacity

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, related field

Job description

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI is seeking a senior sourcing leader to own power electronics commodity strategy across multiple vehicle programs. You will lead RFIs/RFQs, negotiate contracts, and drive cost performance while partnering with engineering to understand BOM cost drivers.

This role requires 5+ years in purchasing and strategic sourcing, automotive/electronics experience, and strong negotiation and cross-functional collaboration. It is a hybrid role with global sourcing involvement.