Supply Chain Risk Mitigation Specialist

2 months ago


Dearborn, Michigan, United States Ford Motor Company Full time

Job Summary

The Supply Chain Risk Mitigation Specialist will play a critical role in mitigating supply chain risk that could potentially impact Ford Motor Company's manufacturing operations. This position will be responsible for working with and resolving a caseload of operationally and financially distressed production suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develops and delivers risk mitigation strategies aimed at protecting Ford's Vehicle and Powertrain production plants.
  • Executes interim and permanent corrective actions with supplier(s) to ensure robust supply signal to Ford Motor Company, and alignment with Ford's Supply Chain Organization's business objectives.
  • Communicates effectively with all levels of the organization, within the function as well as other functions and suppliers.

Requirements

  • 5+ years working experience in Manufacturing Operations
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related experience required.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills are necessary to be successful in this position.
  • Deep understanding of Supply Chain functions.
  • Ability to be flexible and at times work extended and non-core hours to ensure issues are worked to resolution.
  • Proficient computer skills –MS Suite/Excel required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ability to prepare and present material to Senior Leadership effectively.
  • High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual, difficult, or complex.
  • Ability to lead problem solving activities and manage resolution targets.
  • Ability to handle multiple time-sensitive and urgent matters.
  • Self-motivated/independent/resourceful.
  • Anticipates business needs and is comfortable dealing with ambiguity.
  • Ability to assess complex supply chain issues, lead cross functional teams, and develop creative solutions to minimize vehicle production losses.
  • Helpful Ford Systems Knowledge - CMMS, VPP, OTG, & WERS experience.

Benefits

  • 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.

Salary Grade

This position is a salary grade 8.

Visa Sponsorship

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.



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