Engineering Services Buyer

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The Ford Purchasing team adds critical value to the entire organization. You’ll help us source the highest quality parts and services from around the globe while ensuring optimal cost and on‑time delivery. You’ll also contribute to establishing a robust supply chain so that we can continually produce the vehicles our customers want.

Ford Motor Company is seeking a strategic, results‑driven Category Manager/Implementation Buyer to lead sourcing and category strategy for Vehicle Engineering Services. This role is responsible for shaping the future of Engineering Services procurement by driving cost competitiveness, advancing sourcing strategies, and enabling Product Development through high‑performing supplier partnerships.

• Strategic thinker who challenges the status quo and drives innovation in sourcing approaches
• Cost‑focused leader who proactively identifies and delivers value beyond traditional savings
• Strong collaborator who can influence Engineering and business stakeholders with credibility
• Data‑driven decision‑maker with a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Influential leader who drives alignment across teams, customers, while fostering a high‑performing, accountable culture
• Resilient and adaptable, able to navigate ambiguity and lead through transformation

• Lead development and execution of forward‑looking category strategies aligned with Product Development priorities, with a strong focus on cost optimisation and value delivery.
• Drive transformation from time & material engagements to deliverable‑based, performance‑driven sourcing models to improve cost predictability and accountability.
• Identify and implement innovative sourcing levers including global benchmarking, should‑cost modelling, demand management, and supplier consolidation.

• Deliver year‑over‑year cost savings through strategic negotiations, commercial restructuring and continuous market testing.
• Analyse spend, supplier cost structures, and industry benchmarks to uncover cost reduction opportunities and improve total cost of ownership.
• Partner with Finance and other key stakeholders to align budgets, forecasts, and sourcing strategies with enterprise cost targets.

• Build and manage a high‑performing, competitive supply base across specialised engineering service providers.
• Lead supplier negotiations for complex, high‑value contracts, ensuring optimal pricing, terms, and service levels.
• Drive supplier performance through KPIs, SLAs and continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality and innovation.

• Act as a key interface between Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Legal and external partners to ensure alignment on sourcing strategy and execution.
• Influence stakeholders to adopt best‑in‑class sourcing practices and challenge legacy ways of working.
• Lead or support strategic initiatives, workshops and supplier engagements (e.g., tech days, benchmarking reviews) to drive innovation and capability building.

• Ensure timely execution of sourcing events, contract renewals and compliance with corporate purchasing policies.
• Implement robust contracting frameworks (MSAs, SOWs, SLAs) that incentivise performance and mitigate risk.
• Continuously improve procurement processes, tools and systems to enhance efficiency, transparency and data‑driven decision‑making.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing or category management, with exposure to Engineering Services or technical procurement.
• Strong track record of delivering measurable cost savings and driving strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Experience developing and executing…