Ford Motor Company · 3 hours ago
Team Manager-Supply Chain
Ypsilanti, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expFord Motor Company is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and people-focused Supply Chain Manager to lead their materials and logistics operations. The role involves overseeing the end-to-end supply chain for a diverse portfolio of commodities and ensuring production lines remain lean and efficient.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of salaried supply chain professionals and hourly personnel, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous learning
Oversee the integrated supply chain strategy for both Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) components, ensuring seamless support for diverse vehicle programs
Manage and optimize multi-million dollar inventory levels for both ICE and Battery commodities to balance working capital requirements with 100% production uptime
Act as the primary plant liaison for a global supplier base, managing performance, conducting risk assessments, and resolving critical shortages before they impact the line
Direct the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process to ensure accurate forecasting and scheduling in alignment with Ford’s Global Production Programming
Optimize inbound and outbound logistics flows, working to reduce premium freight costs while maintaining strict delivery windows for downstream assembly plants
Lead the supply chain readiness for upcoming battery and powertrain program launches, ensuring all parts meet quality and timing milestones
Develop and manage the departmental budget, driving Year-Over-Year (YoY) cost reductions through waste elimination and process improvements
Implement and sustain lean manufacturing principles (PFEP - Plan for Every Part) to improve warehouse density and line-side delivery efficiency
Partner closely with Production, Quality, and Engineering departments to address technical changes or quality spills that require immediate supply chain pivots
Lead the transition of floor space and material handling equipment as the plant shifts capacity from legacy ICE components to increasing battery assembly volumes
Utilize Ford’s internal systems (such as CMMS or SAP) to provide real-time data visualization and reporting on supply chain health to plant leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
5+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing operations
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or Engineering (Master's degree preferred)
Production System, Synchronous Material Flow, and lean manufacturing knowledge and experience for material replenishment desired
Previous plant experience is desired
Knowledge of CMMS, TWOs, SMART, CPARs, SFR, OSHIM, is a benefit
Having a long-term interest in Material Planning and Logistics career desired
Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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
Recent News
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