Senior Buyer at Ford Motor

DescriptionIn this position...As the Buyer you will have a direct purchasing position for the FCSD purchasing this role you will lead commercial negotiations support critical supply issues and manage material cost for the suppliers assigned. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process and cost improvements support supplier management strategies and ensure compliance to our standards.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilitiesWhat youll do...Procurement:Identify cost reduction opportunitiesMitigate supplier cost uplift requestsDrive service supply improvementsEnsure superior delivery performance from our supply baseSupport adherence of supplier quality process requirementsExecute timely new part sourcing Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategiesLead supplier management and engagementCross-Functional Collaboration:Work closely with various departments including marketing and sales organizations supply chain & finance to ensure process improvements align with company objectives and business needs.Linkage with other functional areas to ensure leveraged spend and optimized supplier managementPerformance Monitoring:Analyze supplier performance and cost data to identify trends bottlenecks and areas for further process and cost optimization.QualificationsQualificationsYoull have...Bachelors degree5 years Purchasing experience.Established and successful track record of managing complex commodities and delivering optimized cost solutions.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in using Microsoft Office SuiteExcellent project management skillsStrong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Purchasing,Sourcing,Procurement,HR Sourcing,SAP,Supply Chain Experience,ERP Systems,negotiation,Materials Management,Manufacturing,MRP,Contracts Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1