The Error Proofing Software team is seeking a Project Leader to assist with Business Managed IT requirements for the implementation of solutions that cater to manufacturing needs on the CEC Software Platform for EP.  The Project Leader will collaborate with various teams including Manufacturing Engineering (Process, Quality, etc.), Vendors, Vehicle Operations Manufacturing Engineering (VOME), Site IT, and Tech Refresh teams to deploy and maintain business applications that enhance the manufacturing process and contribute to vehicle assembly. The ideal candidate should possess experience in supporting plant floor applications in Vehicle Operations or Powertrain plants.

In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring that IT requirements are effectively addressed through Business Managed solutions.

Qualifications for Candidates: 

Bachelors Engineering, Science, IT Management 3+ years Project Management Experience: Proven track record of successfully managing IT projects from initiation to completion.  IT Background: Strong understanding of IT systems, technologies, and infrastructure.  Business Acumen: Ability to align IT solutions with the organization's business goals and objectives.  Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders, team members, and vendors.  Leadership Skills: Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.  Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex IT issues. 

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.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP2 

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 
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Essential Skills: 

Cultivate and sustain positive working relationships with key stakeholders.  Demonstrate adept project management and leadership skills when collaborating with cross-functional teams.  Proactive and resourceful in solving complex problems.  Proficient in multitasking, thriving in fast-paced environments, and effectively managing priorities. Excellent communication skills for engaging with essential stakeholders.  Inquisitive and enthusiastic about embracing new technologies. To thrive in this position:  Has a deep understanding of manufacturing processes.  Emphasizes and advocates for the customer based on validated research, academic knowledge, and domain experience.  Understands the structure of manufacturing systems and processes.  Identifies and validates pain points and opportunities with the team for impactful solutions.  Research, imagines, and designs highly usable and intuitive solutions for products and services to solve customers' problems that align with targeted business opportunities.  Collaborates with cross-functional teams across the enterprise to solve critical business needs.

What you'll be able to do: 

Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements for Business Managed IT solutions.  Regularly communicate with stakeholders to provide updates on project progress, address concerns, and ensure alignment with business goals.  Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions and ensure successful implementation of Business Managed IT solutions.  Implement quality assurance processes to ensure that IT solutions meet established standards and fulfill business needs.  Collaborate with external vendors and service providers to procure necessary resources and services for Business Managed IT solutions. Run EP Governance Meeting and maintain communications with CEC and RedViking