Prototype Purchasing is the activity responsible for negotiating prototypes pricing and issue Purchase Orders.

• Lead cross-functional teams to have components on time for future programs.

• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.

• Issue, analyze and evaluate requests for quotation because of customer requisition.

• Secure prototype pricing (multiplier) in commercial agreements and contracts.

• Place prototype orders and tool Orders, tracking the open ones and verifying the correct payment to suppliers.

• Review pricing and opportunities for business savings through analyzing Prototype Cost Breakdowns.

• Establish and maintain strong cross-functional relationships.

• Build positive relationships with the supply base acting like a partner, trusting and being trustworthy, being fact based and communication consistency.

• Ensure suppliers' adherence to Prototype Procedures.

• Ensure timely responses from suppliers.

• Follow up for new suppliers on boarding process.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering degree (Desirable).

• Strong written and oral communication skills (both Spanish and English)

• Highly organized self-starter with demonstrated leadership skills

• Negotiation skills (even in a position of limited leverage)​

• Must be a self-starter/motivated and be able to work both independently as well as a team setting

• Strong analytical skills

Desired background/experience:

• Preferably with experience on managing Ford Purchasing Systems (CMMS, WIPS) and Engineering (WERS, GPIRS)

• Material Planning & Logistics; Product Development, Finance, Supplier Technical Assistance and other Purchasing experience

Requisition ID : 29471