Buyer, Power Electronics

At Ford Motor Company, you will lead sourcing execution and strategy for power electronics commodities across multiple programs. Your responsibilities include:

• Leading RFIs/RFQs, supplier selection, and contract execution with full commercial accountability
• Driving cost performance using should-cost modeling, benchmarking, OCEs, and fact-based negotiations
• Leading supplier negotiations to achieve best cost at Job 1 and support ongoing cost reduction initiatives
• Partnering with engineering to understand BOM structures, design intent, and key cost drivers
• Supporting development and execution of commodity and supply base strategies, including pricing, tooling, and sourcing plans, 5-10yr outlook
• Driving supplier transparency and accountability to close cost gaps and meet program targets
• Managing sourcing deliverables for current and future vehicle programs, ensuring alignment to timing and milestones
• Collaborating with global teams to align sourcing activities and proactively mitigate supply or cost risks
• Monitoring and driving supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and capacity

To qualify, you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or strategic sourcing
• 5+ years of experience leading supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and commercial execution
• 5+ years of experience working cross-functionally with engineering and suppliers in technical product environments
• 5+ years of experience in automotive or electronics-related sourcing, manufacturing, or program environments
• Strong understanding of power electronics or electronic components (e.g., DC-DC converters, OBC, PCBAs, or similar systems)
• Strong understanding of BOM structures, cost drivers, manufacturing processes, and tooling/capital impacts
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage sourcing activities and drive results across multiple priorities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills in fast-paced, high-visibility environments
• Strong communication skills with ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and supplier partners

The salary range for this position is $86,600-$144,900 or $99,100-$166,200 depending on the salary grade, which will be determined based on candidate's skills and experience.