Senior Manager, Purchasing - Business Services, Engineering Services & Benefits

Ford • Dearborn, MI

110d • Hybrid

About The Position

Ford Motor Company is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Manager, Purchasing - Business Services, Engineering Services & Benefits to lead a critical segment of our global supply chain team. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage billions in annual spend across diverse and dynamic categories, directly impacting Ford's operations, innovation, and employee well-being. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a dedicated team of managers and buyers, driving best-in-class performance in cost, quality, delivery, service, and resiliency within our indirect supply base.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, with a significant portion (5+ years of experience) in indirect purchasing, specifically including Business Services (e.g., consulting, legal, marketing), Engineering Services (e.g., R D support, specialized technical services), and comprehensive Employee Benefits programs.
• 5+ years of experience leading and managing purchasing teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-billion dollar spend categories.
• Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and complex contract negotiations.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree (MBA or equivalent).
• Experience with purchasing in one or more of the following categories: Healthcare/Benefits, Professional and Engineering Services, and/or vehicle program.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to drive change and implement new processes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive purchasing strategies for categories including Healthcare/Benefits, Professional and Engineering Services, Special Vehicle Programs, and Ford Performance services, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives and financial targets.
• Oversee and optimize annual spend totaling billions of dollars, identifying and implementing opportunities for cost reduction, value creation, and process improvements across assigned categories.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of purchasing managers and buyers, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Cultivate and maintain robust relationships with key strategic suppliers, driving performance, innovation, and long-term partnerships.
• Lead and execute complex contract negotiations, ensuring favorable terms, conditions, and service level agreements that mitigate risk and deliver maximum value to Ford.
• Implement and champion best practices in sourcing processes, supplier selection, and performance management to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Serve as a key interface and trusted advisor to various internal skill teams, including Human Resources, Product Development, Engineering, Finance, and Legal, ensuring purchasing strategies support their objectives.
• Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring continuity of supply and building resilient supplier networks.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, market conditions, and technological advancements within assigned categories to inform strategic decisions.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree