MP&L Strategy Analyst

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

13h

About The Position

Currently seeking a highly motivated candidate to join our team and play a key role in optimizing Ford's global supply chain and material fulfillment processes. This role involves analyzing current material management processes, designing and implementing process improvements leveraging integrated material planning and workflow management tools, and supporting the global rollout through training and change management. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-visibility environment and contribute to a critical transformation initiative. The ideal candidate has strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with a passion for continuous improvement and driving transformation

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven track record of leading process improvement initiatives and managing cross-functional projects.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI).
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is a plus.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile)
• Strong understanding of MP&L systems (e.g., CMMS, DataMart)
• Strong understanding of MP&L Processes including parts follow up processes.
• MP&L Plant Operations Experience

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze data from multiple material planning systems to track key performance indicators (KPIs), identify trends, and measure the effectiveness of process improvements.
• System Enhancement Support: Provide support for new MP&L technology enhancements, including requirements gathering, user acceptance testing (UAT), and documentation. Collaborate with IT to ensure enhancements meet business needs.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of material fulfillment systems and global processes. Recommend and implement enhancements to Material Fulfillment business processes to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Change Management: Drive adoption and usage of workflow management tools within the organization. Develop and implement change management strategies to address user concerns and ensure a smooth transition to the new systems and processes.
• Training: Develop training materials (e.g., user manuals, training videos, FAQs) and deliver training sessions to end-users on new systems .
• Process Adherence: Develop and implement mechanisms to validate adherence to standardized MP&L processes. This includes identifying appropriate mechanical controls, defining metrics, and monitoring performance to ensure processes are working as intended and delivering the expected benefits.
• Global Process Alignment: Support the global rollout of material fulfillment processes and systems by analyzing and documenting current state processes related to Material Fulfillment. Identify best practices and lessons learned from each region and contribute to the development of globally standardized processes.
• Drive Transformation: Support activities that contribute to the MP&L Global Industrial System transformation (Tech Modernization, BCC/Daily Management, Strategy Deployment, All-hands/Townhalls, Materials Excellence Academy).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level