At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential, as you help us define tomorrow’s transportation. As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help develop the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. We’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. That means we’re continually seeking diligent, determined performers who think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles. **In this position...** You will be responsible for coordinating the movement of all inbound material to support vehicle production. This includes all parts inbound to Ford Assembly plants moved via intermodal, and assisting in rack return movements back to Ford Internal and Tier 1 suppliers. You will play a crucial role in driving cost improvements and enhancing logistical efficiency across our operations through the modernization of toolsets and software. **Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.** At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation. **What you'll do...** + Lead several system and process enhancements, including assisting with the development and implementation of our Transportation Management System (TMS) capabilities, in collaboration with our Lead Logistics Provider (LLP) teams. + Document and improve current business practices across multiple teams within material logistics, working cross-functionally to create process efficiencies and cost savings. + Develop and maintain freight databases, dashboards, and key metrics. + Support special projects and requests through comprehensive data gathering and analysis. + Implement freight efficiencies, to achieve calendarized and annualized cost targets. + Develop logistics commodity strategies, in conjunction with the Transportation Purchasing Organization. + Publish supplier shipping instructions and manage daily changes, including responding effectively to operating plan adjustments. + Manage inbound freight costs, by identifying and implementing improvements and tracking physicals. + Identify cost savings through sourcing changes and density improvements. + Audit and dispute logistics provider billing discrepancies. + Interface with Plant Group Managers and Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L) Managers, to proactively manage logistics-related issues between plants, suppliers, and carriers. + Participate in Material & Equipment Logistics (MEL) Meetings and metrics, as well as conducting regular Cost Reviews. + Monitor Cube Utilization, Brokering, Add/Cancel metrics, and Rack Return-to-plan. + Execute Forward Model Logistics plans, in conjunction with the LLP and affected plant(s). + Interface with the Lead Logistics Provider to ensure quality and timely delivery of services. + Provide monthly updates to the Director of MP&L. + Achieve a reduction in brokering, for key carriers by utilizing Data Warehouse reports and conducting detailed brokering and book of business reviews. + Maintain or improve the MEL rating for overall carrier performance. + Support new product launches, with zero production losses due to logistics failures. **You'll have...** + Bachelor’s Degree + 3+ years experience in one or more of the following fields: Supply Chain, Logistics, Premium Freight, Manufacturing **Even better, you may have...** + Experience within the North American Material Logistics (NAML) organization or Supply Chain Management (SCM), preferred, with a strong knowledge of logistical operations. + Plant experience is preferred. + Strong project management experience, including the ability to create and maintain project plans, develop business cases, and lead and direct cross-functional teams. + MBA or Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Data Analytics. + Demonstrated aptitude to deliver new IT tools to support technology and operations requirements. + Prior experience querying data (SQL) through Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or similar platform + Strong analytical skill set, coupled with decision-making capability. + Strong understanding of MP&L systems (e.g., CMMS, Data Warehouse, TMS or similar systems) and Microsoft systems (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Visio). + Proficiency with Data Analytics tools, such as Alteryx, PowerBi, Tableau, and/or QlikSense. + Strong ability to interface and collaborate effectively with plant personnel (staff MP&L, MFE, SCM, etc.) and cross-functional teams (Purchasing, Lead Logistics Providers, etc.). + Ability to self-motivate, strong time-management skills, and emotional resilience to work under pressure and time commitments. + Demonstrated ability to produce quality results under time constraints, both independently and in a team setting. + Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct root cause analysis and develop permanent corrective actions. + Occasional Travel will be required to the plants this role supports. Weekend work may be required on an exception basis. 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 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 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/GSRnon-HTHD (https://urldefense.com/v3/\_\_https:/fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD\_\_;!!N\_LtwI-RPugbI9wg0dJn!FPsjnQp2dVxMTUrVmmAOXITCAr1VpJYV\_ZglTt-Vh4MLV4FC1N0HZwuI\_EMQKPJPjifOJyalyQ8V1pg$) This position is a Salary Grade 6 - 8. **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-Onsite \#LI-MJ2 **Requisition ID** : 48482