Director, Supply Chain – Exteriors

Ford Motor Company

Director of Supply Chain responsible for long-term strategies and supplier partnerships in the Exteriors portfolio. Ensuring global sourcing aligns with corporate objectives and sustainability commitments.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in developing and executing enterprise-level supply chain strategies, with a strong focus on risk management, strategic sourcing, and operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and drive transformation initiatives while aligning supply chain objectives with corporate priorities.

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Supply Chain Strategy DevelopmentGlobal Supplier Relationship ManagementRisk Management and Business Continuity PlanningExecutive Communication and Presentation SkillsLeadership and Team Development

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain ManagementStrategic SourcingFinancial AcumenData AnalysisNegotiation SkillsMarket IntelligenceValue EngineeringOperational EfficiencyBusiness Continuity PlanningDigital Transformation

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationStrategic ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s Degree or MBA Preferred

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainPurchasingOperationsGeopolitical RiskMarket DynamicsPerformance MetricsContinuous LearningExecutive-Level PartnershipsTransformation InitiativesHigh-Accountability Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute the long-term supply chain vision and strategy for the Exteriors commodity portfolio, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities, technology roadmaps, sustainability commitments, and financial objectives.
Establish and maintain strategic executive-level partnerships with key global suppliers, driving innovation, performance, and mutual growth while ensuring alignment with Ford’s business objectives.
Lead enterprise risk identification, mitigation, and business continuity planning across tier-1 and sub-tier supply chains, ensuring resilience against geopolitical, capacity, raw material, and market disruptions.
Champion best-in-class sourcing processes, digital transformation initiatives, and advanced analytics capabilities to improve operational efficiency, decision-making, and supply chain performance.
Drive total value optimization through strategic sourcing, commercial negotiations, value engineering initiatives, market intelligence, and long-term cost reduction strategies.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing global organization. Build leadership capability, strengthen succession pipelines, and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to senior leaders across Product Development, Manufacturing, Finance, Quality, and other functions to ensure alignment of supply chain strategies with business priorities.
Establish key performance indicators, governance frameworks, and business reviews to monitor organizational performance, drive accountability, and ensure achievement of strategic objectives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA strongly preferred)
Minimum of 15 years of experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Operations, or a related discipline
10+ years of leadership experience
Extensive experience developing and executing enterprise-level supply chain and sourcing strategies
Strong financial, commercial, and business acumen with demonstrated success influencing executive-level decisions
Proven ability to lead complex global negotiations and manage strategic supplier relationships
Deep understanding of global supply chain operations, risk management, and market dynamics
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate data into business action
Demonstrated success leading large-scale transformation initiatives and influencing change across complex, matrixed organizations
Exceptional executive communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage senior leadership and external stakeholders
Skilled at building high-performing teams, developing talent, and creating an inclusive, high-accountability culture
Ability to navigate ambiguity, solve complex business challenges, and deliver innovative solutions that drive sustainable competitive advantage.

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.