Global IPTS Operations Coordinator

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Global IPTS Operations Coordinator 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 seeking a highly motivated and organized Operations Coordinator to join the IPTS Team. The Operations Coordinator plays a critical role in IPTS, providing strategic support in delivering key elements of the Ford+ plan across the global team. This role is high-visibility and critical, collaborating directly and continuously with all members of the IPTS team, as well as cross-functional stakeholders. You will be a key contributor to the success of our department, driving efficiency, cohesion and effectiveness through strategic planning, risk mitigation, and collaboration.

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

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred
• 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.)

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.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees