Senior Manager, Supply Chain Indirect - Construction, Real Estate, and Facilities Management

Ford Motor Company · Dearborn, MI · $141,700-$268,300 · hybrid At Ford Motor Company, we made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. The Global Supply Chain organisation is seeking a motivated and results-driven Supply Chain Manager / Category Manager to lead indirect purchasing strategies across complex service categories including Construction, Real Estate and Integrated Facilities Management. Responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop a team of buyers and category managers to execute sourcing strategies, contract negotiations, and supplier management across indirect spend categories Develop and implement category strategies aligned with Master Category Strategy and enterprise objectives Drive cross-functional transformation initiatives to optimise procurement processes, systems and ways of working Partner with Ford Land, Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business needs and technical requirements Lead supplier relationship management, including performance, innovation, and risk mitigation strategies Deliver measurable cost savings and value creation through strategic sourcing, benchmarking, and market intelligence Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, transparency, and demand visibility Lead supplier engagement initiatives to drive innovation and strengthen strategic partnerships Support development and execution of global benchmarking and market intelligence capabilities to inform sourcing decisions - including close partnership with the Capital Equipment Indirect Purchasing team. Provide thought leadership and training to stakeholders through initiatives such as purchasing clinics and knowledge-sharing sessions Champion Supplier Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and integrate DEI strategies into sourcing practices Manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment to strategic priorities and timely execution Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree 8+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, or Category Management Previous experience leading or mentoring team members Strong experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier management Benefits Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage Paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidised 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 Generous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day