Job Description

You will have the opportunity to work with our launch teams and suppliers starting from the prototype builds in ensuring supply chain readiness to support mass production. You'll also contribute to establishing a robust supply chain so that we can continually produce the vehicles our customers want. If you have the background to develop strong, mutually beneficial supplier relationships that will result in decreased costs, improved quality and enhanced sustainability, we want you to join us.

Responsibilities

What are we looking for?

• Conduct Launch Readiness reviews / audits with suppliers for new model programs (Vehicle & Powertrain Operations NA) at supplier sites.
  • Clear documentation of findings & analysis in Super G Ford Supplier readiness system
• Lead evaluation of suppliers for Ford Plants' Capacity Uplifts & Shift additions
• Rate supplier's readiness for each program and ensure 100% audits are completed 30 days prior to MP1 build
• Perform risk analysis and act on findings within the Technical Teams and Forums for new, critical, or greenfield/brownfield suppliers
• Collaborate with STA (Supplier Technical Assistance) / Purchasing to ensure supplier noncompliance issues pertaining to launch readiness are escalated on time & resolved
• Provide onsite MP&L support, assistance, education, and training for distressed suppliers.
• Root cause analysis in super G to understand and work with suppliers to improve delivery performance
• Act as MP&L lead for Ford supplier engagement teams.
• Support current production in emergency situations with onsite reviews and/or extended onsite MP&L support.
• Work with STA and Purchasing on distressed suppliers' performance improvement
• Identify/implement any areas for cost improvement during supplier on-site reviews.
• Address any SUPER-G related issues and improvements to SUPER-G IT and Global SMRT (Supplier Manufacturing Readiness) team
• Establish work and process standards and expectations for the assigned suppliers
• Travel to suppliers & plant locations (in some cases travel may be for multiple days)
• Collaborate with Purchasing on Sourcing/Resourcing Actions

Qualifications

Who are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Supply Chain Management or Business Administration. Master's degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience in in OEM or Tier1 company, with a preference for the automotive industry
• Knowledge and Deep understanding of Ford MP&L Supply Chain Operations
• Strong knowledge in Ford MP&L systems like CMMS, Super G, GCP,MCPV etc
• New supplier evaluation and supplier development
• Supplier Delivery Performance (KPI) monitoring and improvement
• Critical/Constraint Supplier Management
• Proven track record in supply chain operations(Inbound flows / Packaging / Outbound flows / Diversity / Demand & Supply planning / In-plant Logistic operations / Warehouse management)
• Well versed with MS Office Tools (excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience in Large Data Handling/Management

Competencies and skills

• Strong Data Analytical Skills to gather data from multiple sources to identify root causes, trends & insights and recommend operational improvements on Supplier Delivery Performance
• Strong story telling capabilities with data to enable data driven decision making benefiting the organization

DISCLAIMER

Ford Motor Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as we are committed with a diverse workforce, and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran and basis of disability.

About Us

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow's transportation.

About the Team

We build world-class vehicles in our plants around the world, constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. It's our people who really make the difference. We encourage all of our employees to think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles.