Soft SkillsWell-developed written and verbal communication skills to effectively discharge job duties.Full understanding of commodity fundamentals, which influence product cost, piece price, quality, performance, and capacity.Well-developed business acumen and finance knowledge to ensure that accurate sourcing decisions are made.Ability to manage change and conflict. Resilience and Adaptability.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills including good communication skills.Good Interpersonal Communication and Business Etiquette, Strong verbal, and written communication skills.Good presentation and computer skills.JOB DESCRIPTIONFocus, Excellence, and CollaborationTime Management and TeamworkRisk and RelationshipsProactive Risk ManagementEffective Supplier Account ManagementFinancial Statement AnalysisIndustry and Market TrendsProject ManagementResponsibilitiesQualityQ1 Process and Key drivers for Q1 attainmentSupplier Site AssessmentMaterials Management Operating Guidelines (MMOG)Parts Per Million (PPM)Understanding of the Warranty Process, Recovery MechanismWaste EliminationCostFinancial Accounting and ManagementCost EstimatingBenchmarkingPolicies, Regional Incentives, EUFTACommodity CostingBasic 8 bin analysisEnd to End Cost Attach, (BBB) Bill of Process/Bill of Design/Bill of Material, Lean Manufacturing Process (GEMBA)Material Utilization Development (MUD Process)Running a Business Case (BC) - Time Adjusted Rate of Return (TARR), Return on Investment (ROI) CalculationsDeliveryNegotiation, Leveraging (Scale, Scope)Tools and systems for Supply chain ManagementValue Stream MapSupplier manufacturing ProcessSupplier Profile (Sales split and technology)Waste Elimination (Six Sigma, Green Belt Projects)QualificationsNational Diploma or Degree in Purchasing/Engineering/B. Com./CommercialMinimum 2 years working experience in relevant disciplines and previous automotive purchasing experience would be a distinct advantage.About UsAt 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.About The TeamFord's Purchasing team works to ensure that parts and services sourced from around the globe are of the highest quality, at optimal cost, and delivered on-time. We aim to build strong relationships with the supply base so that Ford can produce vehicles that our customers want and value. Building and maintaining strong, mutually beneficial relationships with a diverse range of suppliers helps us lower costs, improve quality and make progress toward our sustainability goals. We recognize that a diverse supply base is an integral part of our overall success, providing fresh perspectives that lead to cutting-edge innovations and accelerated business development. We continue to foster productive relationships with entrepreneurs from a wide range of backgrounds to meet our customers' needs and expectations.Seniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionPurchasing and Supply ChainIndustriesMotor Vehicle Manufacturing
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