Category Implementation Buyer – Tail Lamps

Ford Motor Company

. Develop sourcing plans for tail lamps .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,600 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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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 sourcing plans that align with program objectives and cost-saving goals.

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Automotive ProcurementStrategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementCost AnalysisNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Cost Reduction StrategiesRFQ PreparationSupplier Quotations EvaluationCommercial AgreementsQCDR Process LeadershipMaterial Cost RoadmapsMarket TestsDesign CompetitionsSupplier Cost UnderstandingCross-Functional Collaboration

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Automotive Supply ChainTransmission ComponentsSupplier QualityPlanning & LogisticsCost Gaps

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop sourcing plans for tail lamps
Complete commercial negotiations and strategic sourcing to support supplier onboard dates and program targets
Lead target sign-off process with match-pairs
Prepare RFQs and evaluate supplier quotations
Complete Commercial Agreements
Lead the QCDR process and plans to deliver full-year objectives for commodity suppliers
Develop and maintain supplier partnerships
Lead supplier commercial negotiations and drive cost reduction strategies
Co-lead and develop Product Development Commodity Business Plans
Support upcoming program sourcing and launch milestones
Lead market tests and design competitions
Understand supplier costs, OCEs, and cost gaps
Develop material cost roadmaps and annual cost-savings goals
Lead global supplier negotiations supporting Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Resilience
Support Supplier Quality and Material, Planning & Logistics on part quality and shortages
Identify alternative technologies or sources of supply with engineering
Close commercial issues to protect 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 preferred
5+ years of direct automotive procurement and supply chain experience preferred
Experience with strategic sourcing and cost negotiations preferred
Candidates 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
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments
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