Supply Operations Team - Control Tower Specialist

Supply Operations Team - Control Tower Specialist

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world together.

At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

In this position...

The purpose of this role is to mitigate supply chain risk that could potentially impact Ford Motor Company’s manufacturing operations.

You will be responsible for working with and resolving a caseload of operationally and financially distressed production suppliers.

Develops and delivers risk mitigation strategies aimed at protecting Ford’s Vehicle and Powertrain production plants. Executes interim and permanent corrective actions with supplier(s) to ensure robust supply signal to Ford Motor Company, and alignment with Ford’s Supply Chain Organization's business objectives.

Position communicates to all levels of the organization, within the function as well as other functions and suppliers.

You'll have...

• 5+ years working experience in Manufacturing Operations
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related experience required.
• Travel will be limited but may be required from time-to-time.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are necessary to be successful in this position.
• Deep understanding of Supply Chain functions.
• Ability to be flexible and at times work extended and non-core hours to ensure issues are worked to resolution.
• Proficient computer skills MS Suite / Excel required

Even better, you may have...

• Ability to prepare and present material to Senior Leadership effectively.
• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual, difficult, or complex.
• Ability to lead problem solving activities and manage resolution targets.
• Ability to handle multiple time-sensitive and urgent matters.
• Self-motivated / independent / resourceful.
• Anticipates business needs and is comfortable dealing with ambiguity.
• Ability to assess complex supply chain issues, lead cross functional teams, and develop creative solutions to minimize vehicle production losses.
• Helpful Ford Systems Knowledge - CMMS, VPP, OTG, & WERS experience.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like : will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home?

Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder or all of the above?

No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including :

• 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.

This position is a salary grade 8.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.