Global IPTS Operations Coordinator

Ford•Dearborn, MI

About The Position

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. Established and active employee resource groups

Requirements

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
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.)

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred

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.