SRM is an area where we analyze, measure and provide risk recommendations. We support strategies and work to build a stable area within an ever-changing environment such as the Automotive industry.
At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation.
Build positive relationships with the internal and external peers (utilize the Supplier Relationship Framework) by:
acting like a partner
trusting and being trustworthy
communicating with consistency
being fact based
thinking value not just price
Build positive relationships and represents SRM with cross-functional business partners
Support the management of ABF (Aligned Business Framework)/Supplier Champion relationships with category teams. Providing SRM data/support as required.
Utilize SRM (Supply Risk Management) toolkit to intervene proactively avoiding potential supply disruption
Monitor Geo-lens events and lead weekly report to our top management to notify potential risks.
Self-starting in a dynamic environment
Ability to fulfill special management requests with immediate support.
Support development and execution of commodity sourcing strategies from a financial perspective
Support regionally driven diversity sourcing efforts (i.e. Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Women Business Enterprise (WBE), Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE) principles, etc.) supplier relationships (where required) with an SRM mindset.
Monitor financial health of supply base and work with commodity teams to mitigate risks and develop action plans as necessary.
The following skills and experiences are highly recommended qualifications for this role:
Experience as Buyer
Detailed knowledge and experience with Ford supply chain policy and procedures.
Detailed knowledge and experience with Ford systems and tools e.g., SPR, CTO, Supplier Intelligence
Self-starting in a dynamic environment
Resilience
Learn on the fly
Ability for immediate reaction
Data base analysis (i.e Alterix)
DISCLAIMER
Ford Motor Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as we are committed with a diverse workforce, and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran and basis of disability.
Requisition ID : 22711