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We are seeking a highly adaptable and experienced individual to join our team as an Indirect Buyer / Program Analyst, located on-site at both our state-of-the-art Blue Oval Michigan Battery Plant & World Headquarters building. This is a unique opportunity to play a crucial role in the initial ramp-up of the facility and then transition into a key procurement position. Initially, this role will function as an **Indirect Program Analyst** , focusing on driving the on-time sourcing of necessary indirect materials to support the plant's launch and user testing of the new SAP procurement system. As the plant stabilizes, the role will evolve into an **On-Site Indirect Fulfilment Buyer** , responsible for managing routine and emergency procurement needs to ensure the smooth operation of the facility. This position requires a proactive, problem-solving mindset, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

What you'll do…

+ Coordinate with all areas of the Indirect Purchasing Team to ensure efficient planning and execution of sourcing and contracts, and alignment of BOBM sourcing strategies within Ford to maximize leverage, operation efficiency and quality.

+ Track and report on the progress of sourcing activities, identifying and mitigating potential delays.

+ Expedite orders and resolve any issues related to delivery, quality, or pricing.

+ Execute spot buys of indirect materials and services for BOBM as needed, ensuring timely delivery and cost-effectiveness.

+ Proactively identify and mitigate risks to ensure Indirect Purchasing meets all program milestones for BOBM.

+ Work closely with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to identify and prioritize indirect material requirements for the plant's launch and ensure all necessary systems are in place.

+ Support on-site reviews at BOBM as required, including test and use of the Purchasing IERP system for the BOBM entity

+ Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide procurement support.

+ Work with finance to ensure accurate invoice processing and payment to suppliers.

+ Participate in cross-functional teams to develop and implement sourcing strategies.

+ Monitor supplier performance and address any issues related to quality, delivery, or service.

+ Conduct regular supplier evaluations and audits.

+ Identify and implement opportunities to improve supplier relationships and performance.

+ Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and process improvement.

+ Analyze spending patterns and identify areas for consolidation.

+ Negotiate favorable payment terms with suppliers.

+ Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, including ethical sourcing guidelines.

+ Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks.

+ Support internal and external audits.

+ Maintain a physical presence at the Blue Oval Michigan Battery Plant to provide immediate procurement support to on-site teams.

+ Attend on-site meetings and communicate effectively with plant personnel.

+ Proactively identify and address any procurement-related issues that may arise at the plant.

+ Support emergency procurement needs as required.

+ Identify and implement opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the procurement process.

+ Participate in training and development programs to enhance procurement skills.

You'll have...

+ Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

+ Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in indirect purchasing, preferably within a manufacturing environment. Experience in the automotive industry is a plus.

+ Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is required.

+ Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues proactively.

+ Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) is a plus.

+ Highly adaptable and flexible.

+ Proactive and results oriented.

+ Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

+ Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

+ Comfortable working in a fast-paced and changing environment.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Even better, you may have...

+ Experience with battery manufacturing or related industries.

+ Experience in indirect purchasing.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage

• Flexible family care days, 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

• 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.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1 (https://urldefense.com/v3/\_\_https:/fordcareers.co/GSRSP1\_\_;!!N\_LtwI-RPugbI9wg0dJn!H1tt5XuAlL9VJbRGBWn4Ggd3YQoG9Tqzdfs5IH79PqceSGdK41FNwLqkfqsM0eZxfhibIHMAMXhaMoiu3g$)

This position is a range of salary grades **7-8** .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

Onsite work of up to four days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. #LI-Hybrid #LI-LB1

**Requisition ID** : 48711