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Ford Pro · 1 day ago

Residual Risk Strategy Manager

6000 Mercury Dr, Dearborn, MI, 48126, US

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

Ford Pro is seeking a Residual Risk Strategy Manager to drive global residual risk management and forecasting initiatives. The role involves leading the expansion and standardization of risk models, collaborating with various teams to integrate residual value insights into product development and business planning.

AutomotiveFleet ManagementSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide key strategic leadership for Residual Risk management, defining and driving key strategic priorities

Lead globalization efforts of residual forecasting and business planning, driving the expansion and standardization of risk models across international markets

Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Residual Risk, offering comprehensive advice, analytical support, strategic guidance, and thought leadership to key internal stakeholders including Ford Marketing & Sales, Global Risk, Strategy, Finance, Brand, etc

Partner with Global Data Insight & Analytics (GDIA) to research, develop, and refine advanced residual value and optimization models

Engage with Lease and Commercial Marketing teams to integrate residual value insights into product development and pricing strategies, supporting enterprise-wide innovation, modernization, and customer loyalty initiatives

Support annual Business Plan development by conducting residual value assessments for future products, collaborating with Product Marketing and Enterprise Product Line Management (EPLM)

Qualification

Residual Risk ManagementFinancial AnalyticsCorporate FinanceLeasingAdvanced AnalyticsLearning AgilityProblem-solvingCommunication SkillsRelationship Building

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Analytics, Economics, or a related quantitative field

Strong background in Leasing, Residual Risk Management, Financial Analytics, and Corporate Finance, with a deep understanding of their interdependencies

Exceptional problem-solving and critical analytical skills, coupled with an innate curiosity and a proactive mindset to constructively challenge existing processes and drive innovative solutions

Excellent communication and executive-level presentation skills, with a proven ability to articulate complex financial concepts clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, including Senior Management and cross-functional teams

Demonstrated learning agility and adaptability in dynamic environments, proficiently managing multiple competing and time-sensitive strategic priorities with a focus on delivering results

Proven success in cultivating strong, collaborative relationships across all organizational levels, coupled with a demonstrated alignment with Ford+ behaviors and values

Preferred

Master's Degree in Business, Finance, Analytics, or a related quantitative field

Proven experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing robust risk-based processes, preferably within a global financial services or automotive context

Demonstrated ability to leverage advanced analytics for the establishment of precise risk thresholds and the development of effective systemic controls

In-depth knowledge of and experience with the used vehicle market, including valuation methodologies and market dynamics

A passion for and demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that empowers diverse teams and perspectives to achieve shared objective