Procurement Digitalization Analyst

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world - together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

In this position...

We are looking for someone with a procurement, purchasing/supply chain background and an interest in technology and innovation. This role involves collaborating with IT and Operations stakeholders to deliver solutions that enable the necessary Procurement digital capabilities to support our strategic plans. You will manage and optimize current systems while preparing for digital transformation.

This role is based in Dearborn, MI, hybrid mode.

You'll have...

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5-10 years of procurement experience, e.g., purchasing/procurement, material planning.
• Strong business acumen and project management skills to be effective at driving transformations and change management.
• Critical thinking skills with the ability to identify gaps and propose innovative, fit for purpose solutions.
• Experience in data analytics and its application for continuous improvement in procurement and supply chain or related areas.
• Passion for digital solutions and desire to become an internal expert on all things AI and analytics to optimize business processes.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex procurement, purchasing requirements into technical solutions and to synthetize impact to business for senior leadership.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills are key, along with ability to clearly communicate complex scenarios.

Even better, you may have...

• Advanced degree in technical and business fields.

• Experience leading IT projects in the global manufacturing industry.

• Skilled in current technologies and trends for procurement management.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid 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.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1

This position is a range of salary grades 7-8.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week . #LI-Hybrid #LI-KR3

What you'll do...

• Collaborate with procurement, buyers, leadership, and IT stakeholders to develop and implement digital supply chain solutions as part of a comprehensive digital roadmap, including AI projects
• Manage new and enhanced products: develop and manage execution of project timeline in conjunction with technical teams, define and analyze business user requirements, actively participate in the design of the product, coordinate and conduct user testing, rollout and training.
• Provide updates on the progress of key initiatives and develop various presentations for leadership and other stakeholders.
• Partner with various internal and external stakeholders, including IT, Data Analytics, Product Development, Global Business partners, and Suppliers.
• Leverage advanced data analytic skills to optimize value, enhance quality, improve delivery, and reduce costs across the organization.
• Stay abreast of trends in AI analytics and integrate these insights into current and future supply chain projects.