Ford Motor Company · 1 day ago
Global IPTS Operations Coordinator
Dearborn, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expFord Motor Company is a global leader in the automotive industry, dedicated to building a better world through innovation and collaboration. They are seeking a highly motivated Operations Coordinator to support the IPTS Team in delivering strategic elements of the Ford+ plan, driving efficiency and effectiveness through planning, risk mitigation, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Strategic support in delivering key elements of the Ford+ plan for IPTS across all global teams
Coordinate and support Strategic Priorities and Objectives for IPTS while providing support to senior management and key customers/stakeholders
Lead execution of IPTS Governance (i.e., Global Directors OCM, SAR, Department Meetings, and additional Special Meetings), which includes preparation of agendas, participant lists/attendance, meeting materials/document briefs, logistics, follow-ups, and more
Risk Monitoring to avoid negative impacts to business plan and allow prioritization of mitigation efforts (Non-Renewals, Stop Ships, Payments Under Protest, Rapid Ratings monthly status / Supplier Financial Health information, Union Contract Expiration, etc.)
Reducing redundant workloads for all members of the IPTS team by collecting and coordinating data centrally for ease of extraction and use by the team and ELT
Champion and support multiple special projects as required (i.e., Sustainability Initiatives, Buyer and Supplier Contacts, APEX Claim Tracking, I-ERP Initiatives, and more)
Work with IPTS leaders to develop governance and adoption metrics to progress towards delivering annual targets with appropriate KPI metrics (supporting new Bowlers/Action Plans, Supplier Meetings, etc.)
Assist with Policy and Procedures management collaborating with the Supply Chain Strategy Office as needed
Proactively identify issues that impede business progress and provide recommendations
Support benchmarking analysis, change management, and communication strategies (facilitate distribution and knowledge share of critical information)
Maintain team organization charts, distribution lists, definitive list of commodity/supplier leads
Identify training opportunities linked to Learning & Development for continuous skills growth for the team
Be a disruptor and champion of change redefining how we work to reduce bureaucracy and promote a culture of belonging (i.e., Pulse score analysis, volunteer opportunities) and help to cultivate IPTS intern opportunities
Assist the Material Cost Manager on Cost Strategy Week (where applicable) / Lights Out Events
Lead Scheduling of Commodity Business Plans and coordinating with the Center of Excellence
Act as Departmental SharePoint Owner
Act as Supplier Diversity & Inclusion (SD&I) Liaison
Assist Global Commodity Director with Department Headcount
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field
3 – 5+ years of experience
Supply Chain Policy and Procedures knowledge and understanding of the broader Supply Chain landscape
Preferred
MBA preferred
Desire to work in a fast paced, collaborative environment
Organization, project management and planning skills – deadline driven
Ability to comprehend strategic direction and support consistent implementation
Strong emotional intelligence
Resourcefulness, attention to detail and comfortable offering solutions for clarity where there is ambiguity
Self-motivated with a strategic and growth mindset ready for disruption
Proficiency in crafting creative and inspiring messaging that communicates complex concepts simply
Ability to build positive relationships within Global Organization and Cross-Functional; has organizational and political intelligence
Strongly developed written and verbal communication skills
Ability to successfully and proactively manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent problem solving and analytical skill set
Proficiency in systems to run business operations (SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
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 Motor Company
We don't just make history -- we make the future.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$16.23BKey Investors
US Department of EnergySoros Fund Management
2025-07-29Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $4B
2023-06-22Debt Financing· $9.2B
Leadership Team
James Farley
Chief Executive Officer
Efrat Barit
COO
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