Ford Pro · 1 month ago
Program Specialist, Design Talent & Excellence
20901 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI, 48124, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expFord Pro is a global organization committed to shaping the future of mobility. They are seeking a Program Specialist to enhance the design talent experience by managing employee engagement initiatives, evaluating talent programs, and collaborating with various stakeholders to attract and retain top design talent.
AutomotiveFleet ManagementSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, and execute quarterly employee engagement and networking events to foster community and enhance the overall talent experience
Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of all early career talent programs, implementing improvements based on feedback, data, and organizational objectives
Collaborate effectively with HR business partners, hiring managers, communications team, and senior leadership to ensure program success and alignment with talent strategy
Develop and deliver compelling presentations, reports, and communications regarding program status, outcomes, and impact to various stakeholders
Develop and execute strategies to attract and retain top design talent, enhancing automotive design career awareness through cultivating strong strategic relationships with key academic institutions (e.g., Art Center College of Design, College for Creative Studies), including developing Ford Design-sponsored projects/programs and benchmarking international university programs to secure a robust talent pipeline
Support Design Excellence program manager on various initiatives including the Ford College Graduate (FCG) bootcamp & rotational programing & designer portfolio management
Redefine the design-specific onboarding experience for all new hires (interns, FCGs, and GSRs), in partnership with Design Operations to ensure an engaging and seamless integration to Ford & the Global Design team
Develop and continuously evolve the organization's formal mentorship and job shadowing programs, facilitating effective matching, providing resources, and monitoring their impact on employee growth and development
Serve as a support interface with the archives group, regarding historical design assets
Partner with Design Operations & HR to analyze employee sentiment data to inform actions and continuously improve the design employee experience, collaborating with relevant partners on insights from surveys and exit interviews
Qualification
Required
Bachelors or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
4+ years of experience in talent development, program management, university relations, or a similar function
4+ years of experience working with Design Teams
Proven experience in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders and deliverables
Strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive results
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Preferred
Experience in a large, complex corporate environment, preferably within the automotive design or manufacturing industry
Prior experience specifically managing rotational programs or internship programs
Understanding of best practices in career development
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.
Company
Ford Pro
Ford Pro is a productivity accelerator designed to drive the business forward, delivering solutions to commercial customers of all sizes.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrew Frick
Interim Head
Recent News
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