Buyer, Transmission Components

Ford Motor Company

. Develop sourcing plans enabling completion of commercial negotiations and strategic sourcing to support supplier onboard dates while delivering program targets .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,600 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in automotive procurement and supply chain management, with a strong focus on strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and cost analysis. Proven ability to lead negotiations and develop commodity business plans that align with corporate objectives.

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Automotive ProcurementStrategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementCost AnalysisNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Cost AnalysisStrategic SourcingSupplier NegotiationCommodity Business PlanningSupplier EvaluationMarket TestingProcess ImprovementSupplier OnboardingSupply Chain ManagementMaterial Cost Roadmapping

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaborationProblem SolvingRelationship ManagementNegotiation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

AutomotiveTransmission ComponentsSupplier QualityCost Reduction StrategiesCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop sourcing plans enabling completion of commercial negotiations and strategic sourcing to support supplier onboard dates while delivering program targets
Lead target sign-off process with match-pairs, prepare RFQs, evaluate supplier quotations, and complete Commercial Agreements
Lead QCDR process, including plans to deliver full-year objectives for commodity suppliers
Develop and maintain strong supplier partnerships
Lead supplier commercial negotiations and drive cost reduction strategies
Assist in managing the category strategy (CBP) across regions with annual updates
Identify and develop suppliers to deliver quality, delivery, and cost objectives
Complete critical upcoming sourcing decisions and work with new suppliers on industrialization plans
Co-lead and develop Commodity Business Plans with Product Development
Understand upcoming program sourcing and key milestones in support of launch
Lead sourcing processes on time and satisfy program targets, working with Product Development to develop forward model cost targets
Lead market tests and design competitions
Analyze supplier cost, OCEs, and cost gaps
Provide valued supply partners with feedback on cost position relative to the market
Work with Product Development to understand supply base footprint, financial health ratings, technologies, and trends
Set annual cost savings goals through commercial leverage, design efficiencies, and end-to-end supply chain improvements
Develop material cost roadmaps that deliver corporate objectives and ensure long-term viability
Lead global supplier negotiations supporting Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Resilience goals
Develop action plans to achieve supplier objectives
Support Supplier Quality and Material, Planning & Logistics when part quality issues and shortages occur
Work with engineering to identify alternative technologies or supply sources
Close commercial issues promptly to avoid risks to plant build objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 3 years of direct experience in automotive procurement or supply chain management
Strong supplier relationship management, communication, and negotiation skills
Experience in cost analysis, strategic sourcing, and process improvement
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to resolve supplier issues and achieve program objectives
Willingness to travel as required
Willingness to work a hybrid schedule, with 4 days onsite in Dearborn and 1 optional remote day
Experience with transmission components and systems (even better)
5+ years of direct automotive procurement and supply chain experience (even better)
Desire to strengthen negotiation skills and fact-based problem solving (even better)
Experience with strategic sourcing and cost negotiations (even better)
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