Supplier Releasing Manager

<p><span><strong>Supplier Releasing Manager</strong></span></p> <p><span>We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?</span></p> <p><span>Successful candidates for this position will participate in Director level discussions on issues impacting part availability and Uptime, will work cross-functionally with Production Purchasing Supply Chain/MP&amp;L on constraints impacting service, and work closely with other members of the organization (e.g. Part Releasing &amp; Cataloguing, STA, Service Purchasing, Engineering) to resolve issues impacting a supplier’s ability to support service.</span></p> <p><span>They will lead a team of 8-10 employees responsible for managing over 400 suppliers with over 35K unique part numbers with an annual inventory buy of $300M.  </span></p> <p><span><strong>This role is a hybrid role located in Lavonia, Michigan. </strong></span></p> <p><span><strong>In this role, you will be responsible for:</strong></span></p> <p><span>The Supplier Releasing Manager is responsible for managing the interface between our supply base and the various PS&amp;L/SCM systems (SAP/SNC, MMP, SDS, Super-G), ensuring our suppliers adhere to our established processes and ship to the schedules provided.  In addition, the selected candidate will:</span></p> <ul> <li><span>Manage a team of supply chain analysts who interface with our suppliers on issues such as behind schedule, backorders, Super-G performance, and Vehicles Off-Road. Provide status updates and report out on issues both inside and outside of Supply Chain</span></li> <li><span>Oversee Supplier Performance for all suppliers in the assigned department</span></li> <li><span>Hold reoccurring meetings with high VOR/backorder/behind schedule/poor performing suppliers to obtain promise ship dates at the part level and drive overall supplier improvement and development</span></li> <li><span>Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement through data analysis </span></li> <li><span>Ensure MCRP compliance via annual audits and certification</span></li> <li><span>Escalate supplier issues cross-functionally (e.g. Production/Service Purchasing, Product Analysis, Quality, Engineering, Material Planning &amp; Logistics, etc.)</span></li> <li><span>Work with MP&amp;L constraints team to ensure current production FCSD requirements are minimally met</span></li> <li><span>Support Sales &amp; Marketing initiatives and work with Ford/Lincoln dealers, as required.</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>You’ll have: </strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span>BA/BS required, Supply Chain Degree Preferred</span></li> <li><span>Ability to work with large cross-functional teams and remotely manage a team of analysts</span></li> <li><span>Strong organizational and administrative skills </span></li> <li><span>Ability to multi-task, strong problem-solving, conflict management skills</span></li> <li><span>Outstanding interpersonal, team building, and communication skills</span></li> <li><span>Knowledge of PS&amp;L systems preferred, primarily SAP SCM</span></li> <li><span>Ability to travel to work with FBS team, as required</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>Even better, if you have: </strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span>Working knowledge of 8-D process preferred</span></li> </ul> <p><span>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!</span></p> <p><span>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:</span></p> <ul> <li><span>Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage</span></li> <li><span>Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more</span></li> <li><span>Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management lease</span></li> <li><span>Tuition assistance</span></li> <li><span>Established and active employee resource groups</span></li> <li><span>Paid time off for individual and team community service</span></li> <li><span>A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day</span></li> <li><span>Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time</span></li> </ul> <p><span> For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:  </span></p> <p><span>This position is a range of salary grades LL6</span>