Strategic Buyer: Thermal Management & AUX HVAC

Ford; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 87,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Parental leave

Vehicle discount

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI seeks a Category Implementation Buyer for Thermal Management and AUX HVAC to lead strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization across Climate commodities, aligning with Ford+ goals.

You will partner with engineering, product development and finance to drive cost targets, assess supplier capabilities, manage risk, and strengthen supply continuity while delivering competitive total cost and robust supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct procurement, strategic sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategy for Thermal Management System and AUX HVAC programs.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Cost analysis

Negotiations

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decisions

Education

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

Master's degree (Nice to have)

Job description

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI seeks a Category Implementation Buyer for Thermal Management and AUX HVAC to lead strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization across Climate commodities, aligning with Ford+ goals.

You will partner with engineering, product development and finance to drive cost targets, assess supplier capabilities, manage risk, and strengthen supply continuity while delivering competitive total cost and robust supplier relationships.