Indirect Supply Chain Buyer EV Charging Hardware and Accessories

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Ford is seeking a highly motivated and strategic Senior Buyer to join our dynamic Indirect Purchasing team dedicated to supporting the rapid growth of Fords electric vehicle this pivotal role you will be instrumental in shaping the future of EV charging solutions for our commercial fleet customers internal Ford campuses and Model e dealerships. This position requires a proactive leader with a strong procurement background exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced evolving market. You will be responsible for strategic sourcing and end-to-end supplier management for EV charging hardware and accessories with focus on CX through the entire product lifecycle including supply risk mitigation out of box experience installation and field service management.

What Youll Do

Lead comprehensive sourcing activities for EV Charging Hardware and Accessories including AC and DC chargers posts and related components for both commercial fleet retail and internal campus customers.

Execute the full procurement lifecycle encompassing Request for Information (RFI) Request for Quotation (RFQ) negotiations sourcing decisions contract finalization and delivery assurance.

Develop and implement strategic now near and far plans to ensure cost-effective efficient and sustainable charging solutions for Ford Pro customers (depot home and public).

Negotiate Master Supply Agreements (MSAs) with detailed Statements of Work (SOWs) Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) metrics to ensure consistent high-quality product and service delivery.

Collaborate with suppliers to establish cost models that drive speed of execution and optimal cost efficiency.

Supplier Relationship & Performance Management:

Establish and manage supplier relationships ensuring high customer satisfaction and continuous improvement through rigorous KPI tracking (e.g. on-time delivery quality SOW/SLA performance).

Conduct regular Supplier Business Unit Reviews (BURs) to assess performance evaluate supplier health harvest industry benchmarks and ensure strategic alignment.

Support warranty troubleshooting and quality improvement initiatives with suppliers collaborating with STA (Supplier Technical Assistance) and Product Development (PD) to integrate automotive standards into hardware specifications and manufacturing processes aiming for best-in-class reliability.

Develop supply chain risk assessments and mitigation plans across all tiers (cost quality risk).

Cross-functional Leadership & Collaboration:

Act as the primary interface between EVSE Charging Hardware suppliers and various Ford organizations including Indirect Purchasing Production Ford Pro Product Development STA Cost Estimating Finance Logistics and Office of General Counsel (OGC).

Lead multiple complex projects such as establishing hosted catalogs for internal customers supporting Model E Dealer needs and program managing new product launches with suppliers and internal skill teams.

Design and implement a nimble and agile purchasing framework within a rapidly evolving business space building consensus across internal teams and capitalizing on Fords scale and established processes.

Business Acumen :

Understand and assess the total value equation for Ford Pro Charging considering both short-term and long-term implications in decision-making.

Conduct in-depth sourcing and cost analysis including understanding cost drivers and developing robust cost models.

Track and report actual and forecasted cost savings identifying opportunities for continuous cost optimization.

Ensure strict adherence to Fords Purchasing Policy and Procedures including appropriate contract sign-offs risk assessments and compliance with Delegations of Authority.

Manage bailment approvals and financial carrying costs for charger hardware inventory.

Secure favorable Ford Pro Charging buy terms and ensure sell terms align to protect the business (e.g. IP rights liability warranty RMA).

Youll have

Bachelors degree in business Supply Chain Management Engineering or a related field.

3 years of experience in Purchasing Supply Chain or Procurement preferably within a manufacturing or automotive environment.

Proven experience in contract development including SOWs SLAs and performance-based metrics.

Strong analytical skills with proficiency in cost analysis business case development and data-driven decision making.

Demonstrated negotiation skills with the ability to leverage data to achieve favorable outcomes.

Excellent communication collaboration and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Even better you may have...

Experience in Production Purchasing particularly with electrical components or charging infrastructure.

Familiarity with assessing supplier manufacturing quality (e.g. working with STA).

Technical aptitude related to EV charging hardware or automotive technologies.

Knowledge or experience with Aurora procurement systems.

Curious creative versatile with the ability to see the bigger picture and anticipate future needs.

Ability to operate effectively in an undefined or rapidly evolving business environment demonstrating creativity and innovative problem-solving.

Embraces a fast-paced environment with enthusiasm and resilience.

Highly articulate capable of managing meetings preparing effective agendas and clearly communicating decisions to stakeholders.

Strong understanding of market dynamics financial implications and total value assessment.

Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and foster collaboration across diverse team

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:

• 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 Years Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: position is a range of salary grades 7-8 .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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