MP&L Program Analyst
Allen Park, MI - USA
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Job Summary
We made history and now we work to transform the future for our customers our communities and our families. Youll see your work on the road every day helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.
In this position...
As an MP&L S&OP Program Analyst your key focus is on driving transformation through structured change management and ensuring the successful adoption of new processes systems and technologies across the organization. Ideally you will bring a solid understanding of the full supply chain from front-end to back-end and deep experience within the consumer industry or automotive sector. You will also leverage your comprehensive knowledge of the order-to-delivery (OTD) lifecycle to lead through change in a fast-paced global environment.
This role is ideal for a self-driven problem solver who thrives in ambiguity enjoys breaking down complex business problems excels at pulling together rigorous analytics and is motivated by measurable business impact. You will work closely with supply chain leadership and cross-functional partners to shape strategy develop scalable solutions and enable data-driven decision making that improves performance today while building the supply chain capabilities of the future.
Responsibilities
What youll do...
S&OP and S&OE Execution: Lead and optimize Sales & Operations Planning and Execution processes ensuring seamless alignment and supporting complex programs across the entire order-to-delivery chain.
Program Planning & Governance: Define scope objectives timelines and resource needs for complex cross-functional supply chain projects; align with quarterly gate reviews and steering committees.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead teams including sales demand planning procurement logistics manufacturing quality and finance to deliver end-to-end supply chain initiatives.
Supplier & Customer Engagement: Facilitate supplier training customer surveys and symposiums to improve collaboration and performance.
Domestic & International Business expertise: Leverage knowledge of domestic and international business practices in supply chain logistics and transportation.
Cost & Schedule Management: Develop sourcing strategies material ramp plans and cost models; monitor budgets and schedules.
Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in supply chain operating models governance and decision frameworks.
Risk & Compliance: Manage supply chain risks ensure compliance with sourcing policies and support sustainability/responsible sourcing initiatives.
Integrated Supply Chain: Lead the planning execution and delivery of integrated supply chain programs aligned with business goals timelines and budgets. Coordinate cross-functional teams across procurement logistics manufacturing engineering IT and finance to ensure seamless program execution.
Digital Transformation: Lead digital transformation efforts including ERP enhancements supply chain visibility tools automation and data analytics.
Qualifications
Youll have...
Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management Engineering Business Administration or a related field.
5 years of experience in the consumer industry and a comprehensive understanding of the full supply chain from front-end to back-end (order-to-delivery).
Demonstrated experience in sales operations or demand planning.
Proven experience in finished goods manufacturing capacity or production planning.
Strong knowledge of supply chain principles with a heavy emphasis on S&OP and S&OE processes alongside procurement logistics and inventory management.
Proven track record of leading process improvement initiatives and managing complex cross-functional programs.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
Experience with data analysis and reporting tools (e.g. Excel Tableau Power BI).
Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced changing environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
Even better you may have...
- Masters degree in supply chain management Engineering Business Administration or a related field is a plus.
- Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g. Agile)
- Strong understanding of MP&L systems (e.g. SAP S4 HANA E2Open)
- Demonstrated understanding of MP&L Processes including parts follow-up processes.
- MP&L Plant Operations Experience
You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 builderor all the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
- Immediate medical dental and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up childcare 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 Years Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility. This position is open to the following grades:
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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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