Buyer - Sunvisor

Program Management

Develop and implement negotiation strategies targeted at meeting program objectives for tooling and unit pricing. Plan activities proactively to achieve or surpass Matched Pair targets.

Target Value Management (TVM)

Drive year-over-year (YOY) and multi-year agreements (MYA) cost reductions by leveraging analytical tools aiming for best-in-class pricing. Lead discussions with regional suppliers and act as IMG's representative in global negotiations. Spearhead Lean and Value Engineering initiatives with suppliers to enhance value across Ford's supply chain.

Supply-base Development

Lead and support cross-functional teams (CFT) in cultivating a reliable supply base with emphasis on quality, delivery, and cost efficiency. Promote supplier localization and cost savings aligning with market regulations. Identify high-risk suppliers and create mitigation plans.

Strategy Development

Actively contribute to Global commodity meetings to maximize benefits for IMG by integrating global and regional initiatives with suppliers to satisfy both TVM and program objectives. Formulate and embed regional commodity strategies for near and long-term business plans within global commodity strategies.

Leadership Potential

Demonstrate proactive engagement in team activities and projects fostering a teamwork-oriented culture and collaborative mindset.

Education & Experience

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; an MBA is advantageous. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in automotive purchasing.

Professional Skills

• Strong research, data mining, analytical abilities, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in challenging environments with a commitment to continual improvement.
• Proficient in understanding cost drivers and achieving targeted cost structures.
• Sound knowledge of manufacturing processes across various commodities.
• Skilled in leading structured supplier meetings and achieving beneficial outcomes.
• Excellent negotiation skills coupled with creativity and self-motivation.
• Proactive time management with a logical questioning approach.
• Enthusiastic about learning, teaching, and sharing experiences within teams.

Preferred Previous Experience

• In-depth understanding of multiple commodities.
• Automotive industry purchasing experience is a plus.
• Good financial literacy including reviewing P&L statements and balance sheets, supplier risk management, value stream mapping, and logistics.
• Strong abilities in supplier relationship management, innovative thinking, and delivering results.

Leadership & Functional Skills

Exhibit leadership potential in multicultural and cross-functional settings. Values integrity, committed delivery, prioritization skills, teamwork, consultation, and relationship building. Required technical competencies include manufacturing process knowledge, negotiation, project management, and GPDS.

Special Knowledge & Skills

Apply the "7 truths" and embody the "Partner to Win" philosophy in daily tasks. Must be skilled at working within IMG and managing relationships across regional supply bases, cross-functional teams, and joint ventures.

Required proficiency levels include:

• Negotiations: Excellent
• Commodity Knowledge: Excellent
• Strategy Development: Excellent
• Part Cost Estimating: Good
• Buying Systems and Processes: Excellent
• Balance Sheet and Ratios Analysis: Good
• Lean Manufacturing Analysis: Good
• Project Management: Excellent
• Knowledge Transfer: Excellent
• GPDS Buying: Good