Category Manager Electric Vehicles Charging Hardware and Deployment Services

We made history and now we work to transform the future for our customers our communities and our families. Youll 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. Youll help us source the highest quality parts and services from around the globe while ensuring optimal cost and on-time delivery. Youll also contribute to establishing a robust supply chain so that we can continually produce the vehicles our customers want.

In this position...
A critical component of the Ford EV Charging business responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of EV Charging Hardware installation and after-sale maintenance services. Operating in a dynamic startup-like environment the successful candidate will design and implement nimble purchasing models that capitalize on Fords scale and leverage. You will be responsible for the total value equationbalancing short-term business needs with long-term sustainable solutionswhile collaborating cross-functionally with Engineering Finance Logistics and Legal to deliver best-in-class reliability and customer satisfaction. This role is at the forefront of the electric vehicle transition requiring a blend of strategic sourcing expertise and the agility to build a world-class purchasing framework in a rapidly evolving industry.

What youll do...
Lead the end-to-end sourcing process (RFI RFQ negotiations and sourcing recommendations) for EV hardware and accessories for commercial and internal customers.

Negotiate Master Service Agreements (MSAs) Statements of Work (SOWs) and Service-Level Agreements (SLAs) ensuring favorable terms regarding IP rights liability warranty and RMAs.

Establish and monitor KPI metrics and lead Supplier Business Unit Reviews (BURs) to drive continuous improvement quality and high customer satisfaction.

Serve as the primary interface between Indirect/Production Purchasing Ford charging PD Finance and Legal to align on automotive standards and business goals.

Support North American inventory tracking oversee supply chain risk assessments and coordinate with logistics and sales to ensure timely delivery and program launches.

Design and implement agile purchasing frameworks and cost models that support fast decision-making and speed-to-market.

Ensure all activities adhere to corporate purchasing policies including financial assessments bailment approvals and the proper execution of purchase orders.

Youll have...

Minimum

• Bachelors degree in business Supply Chain Management Engineering or a related field.
• 3years 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...

Preferred

• Experience in Production Purchasing particularly with electrical components or charging infrastructure.
• Knowledge or experience with Aurora procurement systems
• 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.

This position is a range of salary grades 7-8 and ranges from $84480-$166200.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidates 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: sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

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This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.

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