FCSD Purchasing Specialist

FCSD Purchasing Specialist At Ford, we are the catalysts of change, driving innovation and shaping the future of mobility. Join us as part of a community focused on making the world a better place. Are you prepared to transform the way the world moves? Your Role... As a Purchasing Specialist within the FCSD purchasing organization, you will play a vital role in managing purchasing operations. You will spearhead commercial negotiations, address pressing supply issues, and oversee material costs for designated suppliers. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will seek opportunities for process enhancements and cost savings while ensuring compliance with our standards. Your Key Responsibilities... Procurement: Identify and act upon cost reduction opportunities Manage and resolve supplier cost increase requests Enhance service supply processes Guarantee exceptional delivery performance from suppliers Support supplier quality management procedures Initiate and complete new part sourcing in a timely manner Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives Lead supplier engagement and management activities Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with marketing, sales, supply chain, and finance teams to align process improvements with company objectives. Coordinate with various functional areas to leverage spending and optimize supplier relationships Performance Monitoring: Evaluate supplier performance and cost metrics to uncover trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for further enhancements. Your Qualifications... Bachelor's degree 3+ years of purchasing experience A proven record of managing complex commodities and devising cost-effective solutions Analytical and problem-solving expertise with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Project Management experience Preferred Qualifications... A degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field 5+ years of purchasing experience Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to effectively engage with stakeholders Excellent project management capabilities If your experience differs from the traditional path but you believe you can contribute to Ford Motor Company, we invite you to apply! At Ford, we provide diverse career paths and a supportive work environment. You can choose how you want your journey with us to unfold—whether it's an in-depth exploration of your passions or a broad experience across various teams. We offer a flexible work-life balance that includes: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care options, paid parental leave, and subsidized backup childcare Family planning benefits, including adoption assistance and fertility treatments Employee vehicle discount programs and management leases Tuition assistance Engagement in active employee resource groups Paid time off for community service initiatives A generous holiday schedule, including a week off between Christmas and New Year's Day Options for purchasing additional vacation time This position falls within salary grades 6-8. Visa sponsorship is unavailable for this role. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States, with verification of eligibility required at the time of hire. Ford Motor Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and provide equal consideration for employment regardless of race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or veteran status. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the online application process due to a disability, please let us know. This is a hybrid position. Candidates living within commuting distance to a Ford hub may be required to be onsite four or more days a week. Requisition ID:

55617