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This position will be responsible for the oversight and activation of events that Ford Performance Parts and Accessories participates in by taking direction from leadership and ensuring all details are completed correctly and on time for event success. Events may include NADA, Carlisle, FoxFest, Woodward Dream Cruise, Brand Team event integrations, Dealer Meeting and SEMA. Success in this role requires attention to detail, sense of urgency, clear communication problem solving skills and an ability to travel as needed. 

 

You'll have... 

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience

Strong organizational skills to manage multiple complex projects and deliver superior results on a timely basis

Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills to deliver major projects using Ford + behaviors

Strong written & verbal skills to prepare, present, & communicate event status and results regularly 

Embrace a work philosophy that drives success and supports Ford + behaviors

Estimated Travel: 30%

 

Even better, you may have...

Understanding of Vehicle Personalization and FPP business 

Ability to interact with all levels of Management

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Strong problem solving and decision-making skills to develop creative solutions

 

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 6.

 

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1

 

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. 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.

 

Onsite work of up to four days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. #LI-Hybrid   LI-RR1

 

What you'll do...

Lead event planning meetings for Vehicle Personalization team for each required event including postmortem analyses 

Manage activation of events through direction provided by VP Marketing Manager

Coordinate all event logistics to include attendee lists, credentials, lodging, travel (as needed)

Ensure parts walls are maintained and updated for each use

Maintain Ford Performance Parts trailer to ensure parts and content is current and relevant

Lead procurement and delivery of team wearables, giveaways, event merchandise, etc. 

Create event books and ensure all participants are briefed on timing, expectations and messaging

Handle vehicle integration within shows including procurement, prep and shipment

Lead onsite activities for each event including set up and tear down as needed

Manage event calendar and ensure all support elements are completed and delivered to support event timing