Category Implementation Buyer – Exhaust

Ford Motor Company

Category Implementation Buyer for exhaust systems at Ford, sourcing high-quality parts while ensuring optimal cost and on-time delivery. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to establish robust supply chains.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timeDearborn • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $74,300 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Be part of a team with three other experienced exhaust CI Buyers, all working together but each leading ownership over specific programs, suppliers, projects and/or regions, including:
Deliver QCDR improvement for three of the top suppliers in the company
High spend, high visibility commodities in North America and IMG regions
Implement exhaust category strategy: detail plans for strategic sourcing, negotiating, supporting design changes, and identify financial risks
Interact and create strong relationship with cross functional teams to deliver common objectives (quality, cost, delivery)
Develop sourcing timing plan for all upcoming program launches in order to allow for cost negotiations and strategic sourcing before meeting supplier on board deadlines and meeting program cost targets
Deliver all requirements of the sourcing process through new I-ERP system
Lead supplier negotiations to support 2026 priorities (TVM cost reduction commitments, end-to-end waste elimination ideas, inflation mitigation, supply continuity) and develop Action Plan to achieve those objectives
Be a team player, adapt to dynamic challenges, problem solve and deliver plans with confidence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration or Finance OR Bachelor's degree in Engineering
5+ years of experience in direct automotive procurement and supply chain experience
Availability to work Hybrid (4 days in Dearborn & 1 day optional remote)
Great communication and collaboration skills
Desire to strengthen negotiation skills and fact-based problem solving

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.