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In this position...
We're seeking a high-energy, forward-thinking Purchasing and Supply Chain professional to lead our commodity sourcing and commercial strategy within our ADAS (Advanced Driver Assist Systems) team. This role is central to driving global competitiveness, strengthening supply chain resilience, and delivering cost, quality, and launch success across our vehicle programs. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving complex problems, and want high visibility with senior leadership, your impact starts here.
 

What you'll do...
This role offers a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of ADAS at Ford while working across global teams and directly influencing vehicle programs. You'll drive strategic sourcing decisions, develop cost roadmaps, and build strong supplier partnerships in a role with strong exposure to leadership and clear pathways for growth.
As our ADAS Category Buyer, you will be the key driver of sourcing strategy, supplier performance, and cost optimization for an assigned ADAS commodity area (such as cameras, radars, LiDAR, ultrasonic sensors, and electronic control modules):
* Execute Sourcing strategy: Own sourcing responsibilities for assigned ADAS commodities (such as cameras, radars, LiDAR, ultrasonic sensors, and electronic control modules) to ensure security of supply at the best total cost.
* Lead Program Sourcing: Lead program sourcing activities for future ADAS applications and ensure suppliers are sourced on time, meeting technical, quality, and program target costs.
* Cost Leader: Deliver end-to-end cost reduction goals and targets for assigned ADAS categories by deep-diving supplier cost structures (including electronic and mechanical Bill of Materials) to drive optimal pricing.
* Supplier Owner: Establish and strengthen global supplier relationships, enabling Ford to better align with and influence supplier technology and capacity roadmaps. Hold regular business reviews with key partners.
* Strategic Architect:Conduct RFI/RFQs and execute sourcing strategies with industry-leading partners, including managing relationships multiple tiers deep into the supply chain to reduce risk.
* Cross-Functional Partner:Collaborate with Product Development, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and Program teams to align sourcing decisions with business needs.
* Risk & Claims Manager: Manage emerging supplier issues (e.g., supply constraints, quality concerns, commercial disputes) and proactively drive internal risk mitigation and resilience strategies.
* Market Intelligence Lead:Analyze ADAS market trends, pricing indices, and supply-demand dynamics to inform sourcing strategy and mitigate risk.
* Continuous Improvement Driver:Challenge existing processes and implement improvements that enhance efficiency and commercial outcomes.
You'll have...
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
* 3+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles
* 1+ years of experience working within the automotive industry
* Strong experience in supplier negotiations and commercial management
* Strong analytical skills with experience in cost analysis and sourcing decisions
* Solid understanding of purchasing systems, policies, and program lifecycle
* Ability to influence stakeholders and communicate effectively with senior leadership
* High-energy, organized, and self-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with limited direction
Even better, you may have...
*1+ years with ADAS, electronics, sensing, semi-conductor or software technologies in the automotive or consumer electronics industries
* Knowledge of automotive supply chain structure, including Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier networks
* Demonstrated ability to translate high-level category strategies into tactical program execution.
* Highly effective communication skills, with the ability to seamlessly transition from bottom-up technical details to concise, clear executive messaging.
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.

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900.
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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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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