Buyer - Indirect

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. The Ford Purchasing team adds critical value to the entire organization. You’ll help us source the highest quality parts and services from around the globe while ensuring optimal cost and on-time delivery. You’ll also contribute to establishing a robust supply chain so that we can continually produce the vehicles our customers want. What You'll Do Category Strategy & Transformation Lead development and execution of forward‑looking category strategies aligned with Product Development priorities, with a strong focus on cost optimization and value delivery. Drive transformation from time & material engagements to deliverable‑based, performance‑driven sourcing models to improve cost predictability and accountability. Identify and implement innovative sourcing levers including global benchmarking, should‑cost modeling, demand management, and supplier consolidation. Cost Leadership & Financial Performance Deliver year‑over‑year cost savings through strategic negotiations, commercial restructuring, and continuous market testing. Analyze spend, supplier cost structures, and industry benchmarks to uncover cost reduction opportunities and improve total cost of ownership. Partner with Finance and other key stakeholders to align budgets, forecasts, and sourcing strategies with enterprise cost targets. Supplier Strategy & Relationship Management Build and manage a high‑performing, competitive supply base across specialized engineering service providers. Lead supplier negotiations for complex, high‑value contracts, ensuring optimal pricing, terms, and service levels. Drive supplier performance through KPIs, SLAs, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and innovation. Cross‑Functional Leadership Act as a key interface between Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Legal, and external partners to ensure alignment on sourcing strategy and execution. Influence stakeholders to adopt best‑in‑class sourcing practices and challenge legacy ways of working. Lead or support strategic initiatives, workshops, and supplier engagements (e.g., tech days, benchmarking reviews) to drive innovation and capability building. Operational Excellence & Governance Ensure timely execution of sourcing events, contract renewals, and compliance with corporate purchasing policies. Implement robust contracting frameworks (MSAs, SOWs, SLAs) that incentivize performance and mitigate risk. Continuously improve procurement processes, tools, and systems to enhance efficiency, transparency, and data‑driven decision‑making. You'll Have Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field. 5+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, or category management, with exposure to Engineering Services or technical procurement. Strong track record of delivering measurable cost savings and driving strategic sourcing initiatives. Experience developing and executing category strategies, including market analysis, benchmarking, and supplier segmentation. Advanced negotiation skills with experience in complex commercial agreements and contract structuring. Ability to translate technical engineering requirements into effective sourcing and commercial strategies. Strong financial and analytical acumen, including spend analysis and cost modeling. Proven ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders and lead without direct authority. Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, transformation‑driven environment. Proficiency in procurement tools (e.g., Ariba), Excel (advanced), and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree preferred. Benefits Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp‑up programs, subsidized back‑up child care and more Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases Tuition assistance Established and active employee resource groups Paid time off for individual and team community service A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 and ranges from $63,480-$166,200. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io. This position is hybrid. 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