Senior Engine Castings Procurement Buyer (Hybrid)

Ford Motor Company; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, Michigan, is seeking a procurement professional to develop and execute strategic sourcing plans, lead supplier negotiations, and drive cost reductions. This hybrid role requires collaboration with global teams to ensure on-time delivery and quality, with travel as needed.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in procurement, a Bachelor’s in a related field, and a track record of data-driven supplier management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, Finance or Engineering).
• 3+ years of procurement and supply chain experience.
• Hybrid work availability (Dearborn).
• Willingness to travel as required to supply partners.
• Leadership and process-improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to support supplier onboarding and program targets.
• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve cost reductions and favorable terms.
• Manage QCDR reviews and maintain supplier relationships with data-driven follow-up.
• Present sourcing strategies to executive leadership with clear rationale.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align on supplier strategy and new supplier onboarding.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decisions

QCDR reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration or Finance, OR Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, Michigan, is seeking a procurement professional to develop and execute strategic sourcing plans, lead supplier negotiations, and drive cost reductions. This hybrid role requires collaboration with global teams to ensure on-time delivery and quality, with travel as needed.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in procurement, a Bachelor’s in a related field, and a track record of data-driven supplier management.