Strategic Sourcing Buyer – Brake Calipers

Ford Motor Company

. Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing from RFQ issuance through contract award for brake calipers across global vehicle programs .

Posted 9/20/2026full-timeNaucalpan de Juarez • MexicoMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and supplier management within the automotive industry, particularly in brake calipers and high-precision chassis components. Proficient in financial analysis, commercial negotiations, and data-driven decision-making to optimize sourcing strategies.

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Strategic SourcingCommercial NegotiationsSupplier Relationship ManagementCost AnalysisData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Strategic SourcingCommercial Contract ManagementCost-Reduction AnalysisShould-Cost ModelingProduct Teardown AnalysisFinancial AnalysisNegotiation SkillsSupplier Cost StructuresData AnalysisBusiness Case Development

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationPresentation SkillsInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

ExcelPower BI

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in BusinessBachelor's Degree in Supply ChainBachelor's Degree in EngineeringMBA or Master's Degree in Supply ChainMBA or Master's Degree in BusinessMBA or Master's Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Automotive PurchasingBrake CalipersHigh-Precision Chassis ComponentsSupplier ContractsCost StructuresElectric Vehicles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing from RFQ issuance through contract award for brake calipers across global vehicle programs
Align supplier strategy with the automotive industry's shift toward electric vehicles
Drive commercial negotiations on piece price, tooling costs, engineering design changes, and annual cost-reduction targets with global suppliers
Manage supplier relationships and contracts, including long-term agreements and capacity commitments
Resolve commercial disputes or claims
Identify and capture cost-saving opportunities using should-cost modeling, product teardown analysis, and market intelligence
Partner with Engineering, Finance, and Purchasing colleagues to ensure technical designs meet cost targets and manufacturing feasibility
Build and present sourcing recommendations, business cases, and financial analyses to purchasing leadership for executive approval

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive purchasing, strategic sourcing, or commercial contract management
Direct experience sourcing brake calipers, braking systems, or other high-precision chassis components
Demonstrated experience leading complex commercial negotiations and managing supplier contracts
Strong financial acumen, with experience building business cases or analyzing cost and tooling breakdowns
Proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders
MBA or master's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering preferred
Solid understanding of automotive supplier cost structures, including materials, labor, overhead, casting, and machining
Ability to translate complex financial and commodity data into actionable sourcing strategies
Availability to work under a hybrid schedule at the corporate office

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity and diverse, inclusive workplace commitment
Hybrid work schedule at the corporate office