Lifecycle Cost Analyst

Ford•Dearborn, MI

21d•$72,480 - $162,120•Hybrid

About The Position

In this position... You will support program teams to manage Material Cost over the lifecycle of the program. What you'll do... Exercise and Advocate for our Cost Culture within the company, with emphasis and reinforcing the Don't Over-Design, Don't Over-Content, and Don't Over-Pay Methodology Attend, contribute and support Program forums such as the PST, CPE DF, Finance PAT to represent the Material Cost Attribute, sharing cost information, cascading and communicating information to the cross functional teams Prepare for and support the Advanced Cost (ACT) workshops in the early phases of program development to determine cost targets by commodity and part that support the Target Income Statement for cost and target upload into FEDE. Investigate and close out material cost opportunities coming from ACT workshops, working to optimize cost using a Systems approach through leading the To4 discussions. Utilize the suite of digital ecosystem tools managed by Global Total Cost to document efficient cost start points, physical content and sourcing changes, competitive benchmarks, Optimal Cost Estimates, etc. (Training to be provided- Knowledge of Qlik is a plus) Create ad-hoc What-If Cost Studies to support strategic and tactical decision-making. Able to help resolve any problems or issues that may arise. Ability to integrate, consolidate, and manage multiple projects. You'll have... Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience. Advanced English communication proficiency, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively in both verbal and written formats. 5+ years of proven experience within Automotive Product Development, with a strong understanding of vehicle programs and industry standards. Comprehensive understanding of the Global Product Development System (GPDS) and the ability to manage and track Program Timing milestones. Foundational understanding of program financial health, including the ability to interpret and analyze program income statements. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., data analysis, pivot tables, and complex formulas) to support program tracking and reporting. Exceptional organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on clear, concise, and effective stakeholder management. A proactive approach to identifying potential timing risks or financial discrepancies. Even better, you will have... Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) or a Master’s in Engineering Management. Data Visualization: Experience using data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau to report on program health. Project Management Certification: PMP (Project Management Professional) or CAPM certification is highly desirable. Cross-Functional Leadership: Experience leading or coordinating large-scale projects involving diverse teams (Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Marketing). Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to identify timing or financial risks early and propose data-driven mitigation strategies. 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 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. This position is a salary grade 6 to 8 and ranges from $72,480-162,120, Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR 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-DE2

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Advanced English communication proficiency, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively in both verbal and written formats.
5+ years of proven experience within Automotive Product Development, with a strong understanding of vehicle programs and industry standards.
Comprehensive understanding of the Global Product Development System (GPDS) and the ability to manage and track Program Timing milestones.
Foundational understanding of program financial health, including the ability to interpret and analyze program income statements.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., data analysis, pivot tables, and complex formulas) to support program tracking and reporting.
Exceptional organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on clear, concise, and effective stakeholder management.
A proactive approach to identifying potential timing risks or financial discrepancies.

Nice To Haves

Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) or a Master’s in Engineering Management.
Data Visualization: Experience using data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau to report on program health.
Project Management Certification: PMP (Project Management Professional) or CAPM certification is highly desirable.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Experience leading or coordinating large-scale projects involving diverse teams (Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Marketing).
Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to identify timing or financial risks early and propose data-driven mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

Support program teams to manage Material Cost over the lifecycle of the program.
Exercise and Advocate for our Cost Culture within the company, with emphasis and reinforcing the Don't Over-Design, Don't Over-Content, and Don't Over-Pay Methodology
Attend, contribute and support Program forums such as the PST, CPE DF, Finance PAT to represent the Material Cost Attribute, sharing cost information, cascading and communicating information to the cross functional teams
Prepare for and support the Advanced Cost (ACT) workshops in the early phases of program development to determine cost targets by commodity and part that support the Target Income Statement for cost and target upload into FEDE.
Investigate and close out material cost opportunities coming from ACT workshops, working to optimize cost using a Systems approach through leading the To4 discussions.
Utilize the suite of digital ecosystem tools managed by Global Total Cost to document efficient cost start points, physical content and sourcing changes, competitive benchmarks, Optimal Cost Estimates, etc.
Create ad-hoc What-If Cost Studies to support strategic and tactical decision-making.
Able to help resolve any problems or issues that may arise.
Ability to integrate, consolidate, and manage multiple projects.

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.

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