Buyer, Supply Chain Programs

Ford Motor Company

. Support Supply Chain program activities for assigned vehicle programs, tracking deliverables and timing from pre-program planning through launch.

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Management, including procurement processes, sourcing documentation, and program management. Proficient in data analysis and reporting, with strong communication skills to coordinate cross-functional teams and drive process improvements.

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Supply Chain ManagementProcurement ExperienceRFQ PreparationMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

PurchasingSourcing DocumentationBid ComparisonCost AnalysisProgram ManagementSupplier NegotiationCommercial AnalysisEnd-to-End Sourcing ProcessesData AnalysisProgram Workplans

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCollaboration SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuitePower BIAriba

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainCommodity TeamVehicle ProgramProgram ReviewsSupplier Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Supply Chain program activities for assigned vehicle programs, tracking deliverables and timing from pre-program planning through launch.
Assist buyers and commodity teams with sourcing activities, including preparing RFQ materials, compiling supplier responses, comparing bids, and maintaining sourcing documentation.
Track sourcing and purchasing milestones, purchase order status, supplier deliverables, and program timing; flag delays, gaps, and risks for follow-up.
Coordinate with Purchasing, Product Development, Finance, Manufacturing, STA, Material Planning & Logistics, and Program Management to align on total landed cost business cases.
Prepare and maintain program workplans, dashboards, and status reports to provide leadership with visibility into deliverables, risks, and open issues.
Participate in cross-functional program reviews, present status on assigned work, and document decisions and action items.
Help monitor supplier readiness and support timely escalation and resolution of issues affecting cost, quality, or launch timing.
Identify opportunities to improve purchasing coordination, reporting, and program processes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of Purchasing, procurement, Supply Chain, Program Management, or related experience.
Practical understanding of procurement or buying responsibilities, such as RFQs, bid comparisons, sourcing documentation, purchase orders, supplier follow-up, or commercial analysis.
Knowledge of end-to-end sourcing processes and product development milestones.
Strong analytical skills, including experience working with cost, supplier, or program data and using analysis to inform decisions.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite; experience preparing clear presentations and status reports.
Experience with Ariba, Power BI, or similar procurement, business intelligence, or reporting tools.
Ability to organize multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and follow through on assigned work in a cross-functional environment.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to coordinate with stakeholders and raise issues when needed.
Experience supporting sourcing activities for a commodity team or vehicle program.
Experience reviewing supplier quotes, analyzing cost, tracking purchase orders, or supporting supplier negotiations.
Demonstrated commercial awareness and experience contributing to cross-functional initiatives or process improvements.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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