Supply Operations Team - Senior Manager (Exterior VHM Commodities)

Supply Operations Team - Senior Manager (Exterior VHM Commodities)

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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 leading a Team of highly motivated individuals to resolve 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.

What you'll do...         

• Support overall growth and development of SOT function consistent with ONE Ford initiative.

• Actively support the Ford OS Leadership Behaviors initiative.

• Support and deliver the strategic vision for the Supply Operations Team. 

• Lead the growth and development of the SOT Function within the Supply Operations initiatives.

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for the Supply Operations Team within Supplier Operations to ensure effective alignment within the goals of the SOT and hold members accountable for meeting targets. 

• Oversee the resolution of highly complex supplier issues that could impact production.

• Direct the team that is responsible for executing the following:

  • Control Tower “Supply Signals” pass through

    • Engage Supplier classified as “no confidence” in robust review (“Look-See” / Assessment)

    • Engage Supplier classified as “imminent risk to disrupt” Ford Manufacturing by developing a comprehensive stabilization plan (“Way Forward”)

  • Supplier escalated triggers for support.

    • Review and convey operational challenges back to Control Tower – part of “Supply Signal”

    • Collaborate on way forward ensuring risk mitigation on potential impact to Ford manufacturing.

    • Lead/support executing risk mitigation plans.

• Work Cross-functionally within Ford ensuring alignment of resources around goal of “No Lost Units.”

• Ownership of supplier performance, ensuring that suppliers consistently meet quality and delivery expectations.

• Develop and implement crisis management plans to respond effectively to supplier-related disruptions or emergencies.

• Direct teams to collaborate with supplier partners to drive innovation and process improvements that work to positively affect supplier performance and help deliver “No Lost Unit.”

• Lead efforts to ensure that vehicle/powertrain production remains uninterrupted even in the face of supply base challenges.

• Works closely with our supply base to guarantee uninterrupted supply for NA Vehicle and Powertrain production.

• Direct team with respect to Business Transfer process

  • Assign roles and responsibilities to SOT Sr. Ops Specialist, and Ops Specialists

  • Ensure supply risk is mitigated.

• Build strong relationships with other functions, joint venture partners and external suppliers.

• Ensure team’s compliance to company policies, best practices, and audit requirements.

• Provide high-level, concise reporting to senior management regarding supply chain performance, challenges, and recommendation actions. 

• Advocate and champion the use of standardized work processes and methodologies.

• Provide coaching and counseling to direct reports (3-4) to develop next level of leaders. Develop key talent and manage succession plans.

• Establishes appropriate staffing level in accordance with global headcount model. 

• Embrace diversity within all aspects of the business.

You'll have... 

• 8+ years working experience in Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Experience 

• 3+ years Managerial / People Leader experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration or equivalent amount of related experience 

• Ability to speak and write in the English language fluently to effectively communicate with global teams

• A strong understanding of manufacturing processes, throughput and program management experience is required. 

• • Up to 75% travel required; ability to travel to supplier plant locations when required for onsite support of operationally distressed suppliers.      Must be available on weekends as required

• Ability to be flexible and at times work extended and non-core hours to ensure issues are worked to resolution. 

• Ability to prepare and present material to Senior Leadership effectively. 

• Proficient computer skills –MS Suite/Excel       

Even better, you may have...            

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering preferred

• Strong leadership and communication skills are necessary to be successful in this position. 

• Deep understanding of how efficient Supply Chains work. 

• Self-motivated/independent/resourceful. Anticipates business needs and is comfortable dealing with ambiguity. 

• Understanding of Safe Launch, APQP, PPAP, and Industrialization

• Helpful Ford Systems knowledge - CMMS, VPP, OTG, & WERS experience. 

• 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. 

• 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.        

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. 

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL5SP1

This position is a leadership level 5.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

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