Category Implementation Buyer - roof rails, multi-action tailgates, and other exterior commodities
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to drive performance in quality. Including conducting supplier visits with Ford Supplier Technical Assistance (STA) to drive quality improvements and corrective actions, monitoring supplier performance metrics and improvement plans, and managing supplier risk mitigation activities to ensure continuity of quality supply
Lead TVM negotiations to achieve multi-year agreements (MYAs). Including collaborating with buyers across VHMs and/or global regions when negotiating with shared suppliers, identifying and implement cost reduction opportunities through benchmarking, and maintaining cost tracking to meet financial targets
Lead new model sourcing activities through PSA completion, ensuring approval milestones are achieved on time and at or below target cost. Including managing RFQs, cost analysis, and supplier capability assessments thru GCST and DSF approvals
Work cross-functionally to support commodity objectives. Including developing & implementing Commodity Business Plans (CBPs) and other commodity focused initiatives to ensure supply is optimized for quality, cost, manufacturability, and supply chain efficiency
Author detailed analyses, reports, and business papers for Senior Management related to commodity strategies, supplier base performance, and cost initiatives. Including analyzing supplier financial health and industry developments to support strategic decisions
Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and ethical sourcing standards; support continuous improvement initiatives within the Supply Chain organization; and demonstrate resilience & adaptability in managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment