Senior Buyer - Fasteners & Exterior Commodities

Job description

Senior Buyer - Fasteners & Exterior Commodities We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? In this position... This Senior Buyer role focuses on executing specific tasks for Fasteners and other Strategic Exterior Commodities. This can include supply chain strategy, contributing to cost optimization, strategic supplier relationship management, and overall supply chain efficiency. The successful candidate will be a catalyst for broader supply chain transformation, driving innovation and acting as a role model and trendsetter. This requires resilience, strong business acumen, a proactive approach to negotiations, and a "play-to-win" attitude. What you'll do... Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation: Conduct appropriate sourcing activities that deliver a quality part at the best material cost to Ford Motor Company within the program timing requirements. Understand upcoming program sourcing and key milestones in support of launch. Align with the Category Manager on the supplier bid list,...