Buyer – Exterior Grilles

Ford Motor Company

. Develop, implement, and champion the North American sourcing strategy for Exterior Grille and Plastic Liftgate components .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and procurement within the automotive sector, with a strong focus on cost-saving initiatives, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in data analysis and project management to drive quality and delivery objectives.

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Strategic SourcingCommercial NegotiationData AnalysisProject ManagementSupplier Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

PurchasingProcurementCost AnalysisLanded Cost StudiesTotal Cost of OwnershipSourcing Strategy DevelopmentPlastic Injection Molded Parts SourcingComplex Assemblies SourcingFinancial Data EvaluationCommercial Contract Negotiation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsRelationship BuildingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Excel ModelingPower BIEnterprise Sourcing SystemsSAP

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor’s Degree in Business AdministrationBachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

AutomotiveManufacturingCommodity Business PlansLifecycle ServicesCost-Saving Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, and champion the North American sourcing strategy for Exterior Grille and Plastic Liftgate components
Ensure alignment, review, and adherence to the North American Grille and Plastic Liftgate Commodity Business Plans
Develop and manage commercial timing plans for upcoming vehicle programs
Lead end-to-end commercial negotiations with suppliers for production parts and lifecycle services
Identify and execute commercial cost-saving initiatives
Evaluate supplier cost-increase requests using fact-based negotiation and market data
Conduct landed cost studies, total cost of ownership analyses, directed sourcing analyses, and quality cost evaluations
Partner with Product Development, Design Studio, Quality, Finance, and Vehicle Operations to deliver quality, cost, and delivery objectives
Build and maintain relationships with global suppliers
Resolve complex commercial, quality, or delivery issues affecting production
Prepare and present sourcing strategies, business cases, and risk-mitigation plans to senior executive leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, strategic sourcing, or commercial contract negotiation
Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to evaluate large datasets, synthesize complex financial data, and present clear, actionable recommendations
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with a track record of collaborating across diverse, cross-functional teams
Availability to work in the hybrid model: 4 days on-site in Dearborn, MI, with 1 day optional remote
5-8+ years of strategic procurement or supply chain experience, preferably within the automotive or manufacturing sectors
Prior experience sourcing plastic injection molded parts and complex assemblies
Proven project management skills with a strong discipline for process, timelines, and execution
Proficiency with advanced data tools, including complex Excel modeling and Power BI
Experience with enterprise sourcing systems; SAP experience is a plus
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
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
Generous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day