As an Operational Buyer, you will be responsible for managing suppliers, executing procurement processes, and supporting cost and supply chain objectives. You will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery, cost competitiveness, and quality compliance for assigned commodities.
Release purchase orders for prototype, production, and tooling requirements
Manage supplier performance and ensure timely delivery to meet production schedules
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and engineering change impacts with suppliers
Drive annual cost reduction initiatives and track savings
Support capacity planning to meet vehicle and powertrain demand
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure continuity of supply




Manage and resolve supplier claims, including:
Obsolescence
End-of-program settlements
Warranty recoveries
Support resourcing activities and supplier audits (e.g., quality and compliance audits)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, finance, and quality
Education
Bachelors degree in Engineering
MBA or Masters degree (preferred)
Experience
13 years of experience in:
Purchasing / Procurement
Strategic sourcing or commodity management
Automotive supply chain (preferred)

📌 Operations Buyer Exterior/fasteners Commodity Tamil Nadu
🏢 Ford
📍 Tamil Nadu