Supply Operations Team - Senior Manager (Exterior VHM Commodities)

Supply Operations Team - Senior Manager (Exterior VHM Commodities)

 

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In this position...         

The purpose of this role is to mitigate supply chain risk that could potentially impact Ford Motor Company’s manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for leading a Team of highly motivated individuals to resolve a caseload of operationally and financially distressed production suppliers.         

   

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. Position communicates to all levels of the organization, within the function as well as other functions and suppliers.

What you'll do...          

• Support overall growth and development of SOT function consistent with ONE Ford initiative.

• Actively support the Ford OS Leadership Behaviors initiative.

• Support and deliver the strategic vision for the Supply Operations Team. 

• Lead the growth and development of the SOT Function within the Supply Operations initiatives.

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for the Supply Operations Team within Supplier Operations to ensure effective alignment within the goals of the SOT and hold members accountable for meeting targets. 

• Oversee the resolution of highly complex supplier issues that could impact production.

• Direct the team that is responsible for executing the following:

  • Control Tower “Supply Signals” pass through

    • Engage Supplier classified as “no confidence” in robust review (“Look-See” / Assessment)

    • Engage Supplier classified as “imminent risk to disrupt” Ford Manufacturing by developing a comprehensive stabilization plan (“Way Forward”)

  • Supplier escalated triggers for support.

    • Review and convey operational challenges back to Control Tower – part of “Supply Signal”

    • Collaborate on way forward ensuring risk mitigation on potential impact to Ford manufacturing.

    • Lead/support executing risk mitigation plans.

• Work Cross-functionally within Ford ensuring alignment of resources around goal of “No Lost Units.”

• Ownership of supplier performance, ensuring that suppliers consistently meet quality and delivery expectations.

• Develop and implement crisis management plans to respond effectively to supplier-related disruptions or emergencies.

• Direct teams to collaborate with supplier partners to drive innovation and process improvements that work to positively affect supplier performance and help deliver “No Lost Unit.”

• Lead efforts to ensure that vehicle/powertrain production remains uninterrupted even in the face of supply base challenges.

• Works closely with our supply base to guarantee uninterrupted supply for NA Vehicle and Powertrain production.

• Direct team with respect to Business Transfer process

  • Assign roles and responsibilities to SOT Sr. Ops Specialist, and Ops Specialists

  • Ensure supply risk is mitigated.

• Build strong relationships with other functions, joint venture partners and external suppliers.

• Ensure team’s compliance to company policies, best practices, and audit requirements.

• Provide high-level, concise reporting to senior management regarding supply chain performance, challenges, and recommendation actions. 

• Advocate and champion the use of standardized work processes and methodologies.

• Provide coaching and counseling to direct reports (3-4) to develop next level of leaders. Develop key talent and manage succession plans.

• Establishes appropriate staffing level in accordance with global headcount model. 

• Embrace diversity within all aspects of the business.

You'll have... 

• 8+ years working experience in Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Experience 

• 3+ years Managerial / People Leader experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration or equivalent amount of related experience 

• Ability to speak and write in the English language fluently to effectiv