Ford Motor Company
Electrification Vehicle Logistics Manager
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, United States, 48120
Job Description
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 worldtogether. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?
As part of our Manufacturing team, you'll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we're constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.
In this position...
Design and implement robust / cost efficient outbound vehicle logistics network servicing domestic and international dealers. Additionally, lead vehicle logistics new model program efforts ensuring facilities and cost for upcoming CE1 programs meet program budget requirements.Required Travel: 60% of time is initially expected in-person in Irvine CAThis job is posted as remote unless the selected candidates live within 50 miles of Dearborn MI, then it may require hybrid onsite schedule, up to 60% of the time."Responsibilities
What you'll do...
Lead new model planning efforts associated with CE1 Vehicle Logistics (MR) - (PA), incl. costs & timingCollaborate and work cross functionally with Product Development, VOME, NAVL, Marketing & Sales, MFE, GOTD and Transportation PurchasingEngineer CE1 vehicles logistics CPU required to deliver vehicles on time to the dealer network (Globally) while minimizing premium freightDimension CE1 investment required to implement required facilities to support new model programsProgram manage CE1 Vehicle Logistics facility (hand off pads, plant rail/haul away shipping yards, and off-site rail/haul away shipping yards) changes (new model & current state)Engineer CE1 vehicle flows from origin (plant) to final destinations (dealers) achieving the best possible conveyance density on rail & truck which may require cross-functional engagement w/ PD & supply base.Flawlessly launch CE1 new model network design (carriers / routes)Lead negotiations with Origin Service Providers (OSP) supporting CE1 operations ensuring contracts are in place in-advance of the term expiry and under-budget.Lead contract negotiations for all CE1 permanent storage/stagging lotsLead CE1 homologation efforts as required, support port launch processes when requiredWork with PD to ensure damage-free vehicle loading assessing vehicle attributes associated with break-over angle, departure angle, and ground clearance ensuring vehicle spacers are not requiredIdentify, analyze, develop, and implement annual CE1 cost and transit time efficiencies within the NAVL networkSupport carrier negotiations with intent of optimizing existing outbound vehicle network for cost, quality, speed, and reliabilityImplement a network design capable of achieving customer vehicle deliveries 85%+ on-time leveraging best-in-class telematic solutionsPerform Vehicle Load Tests for Rail, Convoy, and other modes of transport to ensure quality loading capabilityDevelop and implement Best In Class vehicle inspection technology/processes used at CE1 origin & destinationsLead the following CE1 vehicle logistics quality & operational tasks to Job#1 plus 90 days (NAVL Handoff)
Lead day to day oversight of vehicle movement at CE1 Assembly plants to ensure vehicles are shipping to planWork with carriers and 3rd party logistics providers to maintain on time performance targets for Finished Vehicles deliveriesWork with internal and external stakeholders to resolve daily operational and logistical issues that affect deliveries and logistics performanceIdentify and investigate operational issues impacting the handling of vehicles in the networkDevelop tracking metrics and tools to improve and monitor key KPI'sReduce premium freight spend to ensure budget is achievedMonitor and reconcile inventory flow and vehicle aging issuesEngage plant quality/production teams to cut-off repetitive damage coming through the 400-gateLead and establish quality review meetings with various carrier/supplier partners; focus on high hurts based on the data.Lead damage prevention efforts & regular inspections, with a significant focus on origin loading and securement processesResolve issues arising related to vehicle delivery problems primarily surround dealer & carrier disputes
Qualifications
You'll have...
Bachelors DegreeFunctional expertise in finished vehicle logistics, incl. NAVL rail and car haul network and its carrier partnersStrong understanding of vehicle logistics industry trends and technology advancementsExtraordinary teamwork and collaborative skills and demonstrated behaviorsDemonstrated experience managing significant projects and budgetsStrong project / time management and written / oral communication skillsThorough understanding of the new model planning process -Demonstrated ability to efficiently query, extract and analyze dataAbility to interface effectively with global senior leadershipAbove average analytical and problem-solving skillsSelf-Starter who can operate independentlyRequired Travel: 60% of time is initially expected in-person in Irvine CAThis job is posted as remote unless the selected candidates live within 50 miles of Dearborn MI, then it may require hybrid onsite schedule, up to 60% of the time.Even better, you may have...
Bachelors degree in supply chain management or engineering5+ years of experience in North American vehicle logistics industryProficient in Alteryx and data visualization tools such as Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, or QlikTeam player, adept at building relationships and adapting to a strong cultureYou 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 the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here:
https://fordcareers.co/LL6NonHTHD
This position is a leadership salary grade 6.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
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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 worldtogether. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?
As part of our Manufacturing team, you'll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we're constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.
In this position...
Design and implement robust / cost efficient outbound vehicle logistics network servicing domestic and international dealers. Additionally, lead vehicle logistics new model program efforts ensuring facilities and cost for upcoming CE1 programs meet program budget requirements.Required Travel: 60% of time is initially expected in-person in Irvine CAThis job is posted as remote unless the selected candidates live within 50 miles of Dearborn MI, then it may require hybrid onsite schedule, up to 60% of the time."Responsibilities
What you'll do...
Lead new model planning efforts associated with CE1 Vehicle Logistics (MR) - (PA), incl. costs & timingCollaborate and work cross functionally with Product Development, VOME, NAVL, Marketing & Sales, MFE, GOTD and Transportation PurchasingEngineer CE1 vehicles logistics CPU required to deliver vehicles on time to the dealer network (Globally) while minimizing premium freightDimension CE1 investment required to implement required facilities to support new model programsProgram manage CE1 Vehicle Logistics facility (hand off pads, plant rail/haul away shipping yards, and off-site rail/haul away shipping yards) changes (new model & current state)Engineer CE1 vehicle flows from origin (plant) to final destinations (dealers) achieving the best possible conveyance density on rail & truck which may require cross-functional engagement w/ PD & supply base.Flawlessly launch CE1 new model network design (carriers / routes)Lead negotiations with Origin Service Providers (OSP) supporting CE1 operations ensuring contracts are in place in-advance of the term expiry and under-budget.Lead contract negotiations for all CE1 permanent storage/stagging lotsLead CE1 homologation efforts as required, support port launch processes when requiredWork with PD to ensure damage-free vehicle loading assessing vehicle attributes associated with break-over angle, departure angle, and ground clearance ensuring vehicle spacers are not requiredIdentify, analyze, develop, and implement annual CE1 cost and transit time efficiencies within the NAVL networkSupport carrier negotiations with intent of optimizing existing outbound vehicle network for cost, quality, speed, and reliabilityImplement a network design capable of achieving customer vehicle deliveries 85%+ on-time leveraging best-in-class telematic solutionsPerform Vehicle Load Tests for Rail, Convoy, and other modes of transport to ensure quality loading capabilityDevelop and implement Best In Class vehicle inspection technology/processes used at CE1 origin & destinationsLead the following CE1 vehicle logistics quality & operational tasks to Job#1 plus 90 days (NAVL Handoff)
Lead day to day oversight of vehicle movement at CE1 Assembly plants to ensure vehicles are shipping to planWork with carriers and 3rd party logistics providers to maintain on time performance targets for Finished Vehicles deliveriesWork with internal and external stakeholders to resolve daily operational and logistical issues that affect deliveries and logistics performanceIdentify and investigate operational issues impacting the handling of vehicles in the networkDevelop tracking metrics and tools to improve and monitor key KPI'sReduce premium freight spend to ensure budget is achievedMonitor and reconcile inventory flow and vehicle aging issuesEngage plant quality/production teams to cut-off repetitive damage coming through the 400-gateLead and establish quality review meetings with various carrier/supplier partners; focus on high hurts based on the data.Lead damage prevention efforts & regular inspections, with a significant focus on origin loading and securement processesResolve issues arising related to vehicle delivery problems primarily surround dealer & carrier disputes
Qualifications
You'll have...
Bachelors DegreeFunctional expertise in finished vehicle logistics, incl. NAVL rail and car haul network and its carrier partnersStrong understanding of vehicle logistics industry trends and technology advancementsExtraordinary teamwork and collaborative skills and demonstrated behaviorsDemonstrated experience managing significant projects and budgetsStrong project / time management and written / oral communication skillsThorough understanding of the new model planning process -Demonstrated ability to efficiently query, extract and analyze dataAbility to interface effectively with global senior leadershipAbove average analytical and problem-solving skillsSelf-Starter who can operate independentlyRequired Travel: 60% of time is initially expected in-person in Irvine CAThis job is posted as remote unless the selected candidates live within 50 miles of Dearborn MI, then it may require hybrid onsite schedule, up to 60% of the time.Even better, you may have...
Bachelors degree in supply chain management or engineering5+ years of experience in North American vehicle logistics industryProficient in Alteryx and data visualization tools such as Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, or QlikTeam player, adept at building relationships and adapting to a strong cultureYou 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 the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here:
https://fordcareers.co/LL6NonHTHD
This position is a leadership salary grade 6.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
#LI-Remote
#LI-JL1