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Ford Motor Company · 1 day ago

Category Manager; Corporate Professional Services and Management Consulting

Dearborn, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Category Manager for Corporate Professional Services and Management Consulting. The role involves leading the global procurement strategy, managing supplier relationships, and collaborating with internal departments to ensure alignment with business needs.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive sourcing strategies for Management Consulting and Professional Services spend across all Ford Business Units

Achieve significant value creation, cost savings (including redundancy reduction/tail spend control), and favorable terms, with the ability to report out on key performance indicators to senior leadership

Obtain buy-in from executives and senior leaders to the category strategy, influencing purchasing decisions with category expertise and deep relationships

Cultivate strong collaborative relationships with internal business partners to understand requirements and ensure alignment

Build and maintain robust relationships with key suppliers, managing performance against KPIs, conducting business reviews, and driving continuous improvement

Qualification

Strategic sourcingSupply Chain ManagementNegotiation skillsAnalytical skillsInformation Technology knowledgeProcurement systems experienceRelationship managementCommunication skillsAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business, or a related field

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Commodity Management/ Program Management, or Supply Chain Consulting preferably within the automotive industry

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization, translating detailed information into clear, concise executive summaries

Proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and present insights clearly and understandably to various audiences

Strong foundational knowledge of Information Technology categories, including hardware, software, and IT services

Experience leading and successfully executing complex strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiations

Highly adaptable and resourceful, with a proven ability to manage changing priorities and thrive in ambiguous environments

Preferred

Master's degree in business administration or a related field is preferred

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Program Management/ Commodity Management roles, particularly within the automotive industry

Extensive understanding of the full spectrum of Information Technology offerings relevant to indirect categories

Strong competency and demonstrated experience with complex sourcing processes and procurement systems (S2C, P2P, or relevant I-ERP/procurement platforms)