Buyer, Growth Technologies (Kitting) · Ford Motor Company

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:19:21 GMT
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Ford Motor Company · Dearborn · $96,720-$162,120 · hybrid

Growth Technologies Buyer, Kitting

We're looking for a skilled buyer to join our team, responsible for procuring growth technologies and optimising our kitting processes. As a key member of our growth technologies team, you'll drive cost reduction opportunities, mitigate supplier cost uplift requests, and ensure superior delivery performance from our supply base.

Responsibilities:

Procurement: Identify cost reduction opportunities, mitigate supplier cost uplift requests, drive service supply improvements, ensure superior delivery performance from our supply base, support adherence of supplier quality process requirements, execute timely new part sourcing, develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies, lead supplier management and engagement

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with various departments, including marketing and sales organisations, supply chain, and finance to ensure process improvements align with company objectives and business needs

Performance Monitoring: Analyse supplier performance and cost data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for further process and cost optimisation

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

5+ years of experience in purchasing, sourcing, and procurement

5+ years of delivering measurable cost savings through sourcing strategies, supplier negotiations, or demand optimisation

5+ years of experience managing significant spend categories with responsibility for achieving cost targets, tracking savings pipelines, and reporting realised vs. forecasted savings

Proven ability to analyse supplier cost structures (e.g., material, labour, overhead) and leverage data-driven insights to negotiate cost reductions and mitigate price increases

Established and successful track record of managing complex commodities and delivering optimised cost solutions

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent project management skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience driving kitting optimisation initiatives by partnering with suppliers and cross-functional teams to streamline material flow, reduce complexity, and deliver measurable cost and productivity improvements

Benefits:

Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programmes, subsidised back-up child care, and more

Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more

Vehicle discount programme 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

A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day

Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time

Salary:

This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $96,720 to $162,120

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility, and competitive market value

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