MP&L Launch Lead

Ford Motor • Wayne, MI

23h • $72,480 - $141,360 • Hybrid

About The Position

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. What will you make today? As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, supply chain engineering or related field
• 2+ years of experience with an within an automotive manufacturing environment
• Knowledge and deep understanding of Supply Chain Operations
• Strong knowledge of systems like CMMS, Super G, GCP, MCPV, etc
• A proven track record in supply chain operations (Inbound flows / Packaging / Outbound flows / Diversity / Demand & Supply planning / In-plant Logistic operations / Warehouse management)
• Well-versed with MS Office Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and deep understanding of Ford MP&L Supply Chain Operations
• 2+ years of experience in in OEM or Tier1 company within the automotive industry
• Tenure working on automotive launches

Responsibilities

• Launch Leadership: Select, develop, and lead the MP&L launch team (PSGs), prioritizing daily activities to ensure successful milestone execution.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary MP&L representative at gateway reviews, coordinating between plant leadership, production teams, and suppliers.
• Supply Chain Planning: Develop and execute comprehensive balance-out and system-fill plans in collaboration with the Core MP&L team .
• Operational Oversight: Manage the new model parts crib, including BOM planning, 9000-series coordination, shipping/receiving, and pre-kitting for launch events.
• Supplier Management : Approve supplier rate and flow, manage communication systems, and hold suppliers accountable to promise dates.
• Risk Mitigation: Lead shortage meetings and analyze reports to identify, communicate, and resolve critical supply issues before builds.
• Executive Reporting: Provide regular status updates and performance metrics to executive management, highlighting risks and proposed resolutions.
• Process Implementation: Direct line-feeding, pick requirements, and communication protocols to ensure seamless integration of new model parts.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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