Senior Program Purchasing Manager

Ford Motor Company

Senior Program Purchasing Manager at Ford overseeing electronics sourcing and driving cost reduction initiatives. Collaborating across departments and presenting to senior leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $115,500 - $218,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading sourcing program management, driving cost reduction initiatives, and delivering executive-level reporting. Proficient in advanced Excel and analytical skills to support strategic sourcing decisions and enhance overall team performance.

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Sourcing Program ManagementCost Reduction InitiativesAdvanced Excel ProficiencyCross-Functional Team LeadershipExecutive-Level Reporting

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Hard Skills

Strategic SourcingSupplier ManagementProgram ManagementData AnalysisCost Management

Soft Skills

Exceptional OrganizationProblem-SolvingOutstanding CommunicationPresentation SkillsInfluencing Without Authority

Tools & Technologies

Sourcing TrackerReporting Tools

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainPurchasingDigital Tech CommodityMilestone ExecutionContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Key focus on leading electronics sourcing program management, driving execution of sourcing strategies, supplier milestones, cost targets, and cross-functional deliverables from strategy through launch
Lead Material Cost Management across the Digital Tech commodity portfolio, driving execution of cost reduction initiatives and delivering executive-level reporting to support quarterly financial objectives
Own sourcing governance, performance tracking, and reporting tools that provide clear visibility into program status, risks, and milestone achievement
Lead cross-functional sourcing execution to ensure program deliverables and Supplier Engineering On-Board Dates (SEOBD) are achieved on time
Develop and maintain the Sourcing Tracker (SWT), consolidating target setting, commodity waterfalls, sourcing progress, and key program metrics
Leverage advanced Excel and analytical skills to evaluate complex data, identify opportunities, and support strategic sourcing decisions
Partner across Purchasing, Engineering, Finance, STA, and Program Management to resolve issues, drive alignment, and ensure successful program execution
Prepare and present concise, executive-ready updates and recommendations to senior leadership
Thrive in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment by managing multiple priorities with exceptional organization, attention to detail, and composure under pressure
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance sourcing processes, reporting, and overall team performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
7+ years of Purchasing, Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, or Program Management experience
Proven ability to lead complex initiatives across cross-functional teams while managing competing priorities in a high-pressure environment
Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a disciplined approach to execution
Executive presence with outstanding communication and presentation skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership
Advanced Excel proficiency and experience developing executive-level reporting and data-driven insights
Strong understanding of end-to-end sourcing processes, supplier management, and program milestone execution
Demonstrated ability to influence without authority, build strong partnerships, and deliver results in a matrixed organization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time