Team Manager MP&L, Ford Energy
About The Position
Ford Energy is a newly formed, wholly-owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company dedicated to accelerating U.S. energy independence. Leveraging Ford’s century of manufacturing excellence and world-class battery energy storage systems (BESS) technology, Ford Energy designs, manufactures, and services grid-scale and commercial DC battery energy storage systems (BESS). Ford Energy is uniquely positioned to capture the growing demand for reliable, US-built energy storage systems. We are not just building batteries; we are building the infrastructure for the next generation of the American grid. At Ford Energy, you have the backing of an industrial manufacturing powerhouse with the agility of a dedicated energy startup offering industry leading technology. We offer a competitive compensation package including performance-based bonuses, Ford vehicle discounts, and the opportunity to shape the energy strategy of one of the world's most iconic brands. As the PC/MC Team Manager, you will play a pivotal role in launching our brand-new, state-of-the-art Battery Energy Systems facility. You will serve as the strategic architect of our logistics footprint—designing advanced material flows, setting up world-class warehouse operations, and building a high-performing supply chain team from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-impact launch, implement cutting-edge ERP systems, and establish the operational foundation that powers the future of electrification.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
- 5 or more years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing material planning, production scheduling, supply chain, and logistics
- At least 2 years of hands-on experience with ERP and MRP systems, including direct, hands-on experience with SAP (required).
- Approximately 50% travel required through October 2027 during the industrialization/standup phase (95% domestic, primarily Michigan/Kentucky) and 5% international travel. Post-October 2027, role transitions to steady-state with very limited travel, primarily on an as-required basis.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
- 8-12+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing material planning, production scheduling, supply chain, and logistics.
- Battery manufacturing experience a plus
- AIAG MMOG/LE standards experience
- Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP)
- Greenfield site development or high-volume automotive, battery, or electronics manufacturing.
- Deep understanding of material flow principles and automotive logistics guidelines (e.g., AIAG MMOG/LE) or equivalent manufacturing quality frameworks.
- Proven capability to operate effectively in fast-paced plant launch environments, greenfield developments, or high-volume automotive/electronics manufacturing sites.
- Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt).
- Excellent communication and leadership experience
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
- Validated functional expertise in material flow
Responsibilities
- Recruit, onboard, and develop a diverse, high-performing Production Control and Material Control (PC/MC) team from the ground up, establishing a collaborative and accountable culture within the new facility.
- Guide and mentor the team in architecting the logistics footprint, including the design of advanced material flows and the setup of world-class warehouse operations.
- Empower and oversee the team during the implementation of cutting-edge ERP/MRP systems, ensuring comprehensive training, testing, and operational readiness for the launch.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational standards, driving the team to successfully meet launch milestones and build a sustainable supply chain foundation.
- Lead MP&L launch activities for the Battery Energy Systems facility, including establishing the local logistics organizational structure, defining operational processes, and hiring the plant team.
- Oversee inventory planning, production control, capacity management, inventory compliance, and constraint resolution to ensure seamless and efficient daily plant operations.
- Optimize advanced material flow planning, warehouse management system (WMS) operations, and overall plant material handling layouts to maximize efficiency.
- Manage inbound and outbound logistics networks, import/export operations, customs compliance, and tariff/duty management to guarantee regulatory adherence.
- Drive ERP/MRP system process mapping, coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and lead the end-to-end systems launch for the facility.
- Maintain supply chain excellence by ensuring operational alignment with global industry standards, utilizing AIAG MMOG/LE guidelines and Ford Q1 (or equivalent) supplier quality frameworks.
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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
