This role supports Ford North America (FNA) operations by managing end-to-end
purchasing activities, including purchase orders, tool orders, and price
adjustments. The Buyer works closely with regional suppliers, cross-functional
stakeholders, and Joint Venture (JV) partners to mitigate supply risks, support
cost targets, and ensure smooth plant operations.

The position requires strong negotiation skills, analytical capability, and the
ability to work across global time zones, including late-night shifts, to
support regional business needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Execute Purchase Orders (POs) and Tool Orders (TOs) in line with demand,
engineering changes, and capacity requirements.
* Validate supplier quotations and negotiate optimal pricing for design changes
and capacity increases.
* Ensure uninterrupted supply to Ford plants and proactively mitigate supply
risks.
* Adhere to defined turnaround times (TAT) for purchasing activities.
* Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities to support Target/Total Value
Management (TVM) objectives.




* Ensure 100% compliance with Ford purchasing policies, procedures, and audit
requirements.
* Collaborate effectively with regional suppliers, cross-functional teams, and
Joint Venture (JV) partners.

* Support strategy development for assigned commodities and suppliers.

Required Skills & Competencies

* Strong negotiation and commercial skills.
* Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Ariba, or equivalent).
* Solid commodity and supplier management knowledge.
* Ability to develop and execute purchasing strategies.
* Analytical skills, including part cost estimation.
* Understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
* Excellent stakeholder and supplier relationship management skills.
* Robust project management and execution skills.
* Flexibility to work across global time zones, including late-night shifts.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.

* 5 to 8 years of relevant purchasing/buying experience.
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📌 Buyer – Commodity (India)
🏢 Ford Motor
📍 India