SC Academy - Control Tower Specialist

As part of our team development strategy and commitment to remaining a best-in-class organization, Supply Chain is seeking to attract and develop new talent from fields such as business administration, international relations, and industrial engineering.

Through an accelerated training program and active participation in daily operations, we aim to prepare and develop new team members with whom we hope to continue achieving our organizational goals.

Our program, the Ford Supply Chain Academy, offers recent college graduates and early-career professionals (with a maximum of two years of experience) In-depth practical experience and unparalleled networking opportunities. Participants will connect with leadership, collaborate with professionals across various business units, and gain insight into full-time opportunities at Ford.

Program Highlights:

• Immersive Experience: Gain hands-on experience in diverse areas of our supply chain, including procurement, logistics, and supplier performance management.
• Skill Development: Enhance your skills in data analysis, process improvement, risk mitigation, negotiation and communication.
• Networking: Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams and Ford leadership.
• Career Advancement: This program serves as a launchpad for a successful career at Ford.

Responsible for resolving a caseload of operationally and financially distressed production suppliers.  Develops and delivers risk mitigation strategies aimed at protecting Ford’s Vehicle and Powertrain production plants.  Executes interim and permanent corrective actions with supplier(s) to ensure robust supply signal to Ford Motor Company, and alignment with Ford’s Supply Chain Organization's business objectives. Position communicates to all levels of the organization, within the function as well as other functions and suppliers.   

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to assess complex supply chain issues, lead cross functional teams, and develop creative solutions to minimize vehicle production losses. 

• Ability to problem solve and implement new and innovative strategies.

• Summarize complex issues with resolutions and effectively communicate to leadership.

Education: Recent college graduate or early-career professional Engineering.

Experience: Maximum two years of experience. Genuine interest in supply chain / manufacturing process / problem solving

Language: Full professional proficiency in English (oral, reading, writing, and listening).

Soft Skills:  Strong leadership and communication skills are necessary to be successful in this position. 

                       Negotiation skills is a plus.

                      Self-motivated/independent/resourceful

                      Willing to learn 

Hard Skills:  Analytical skills (data-driven and capable of analyzing multiple scenarios).

Extra academic achievements are a must! (we are looking for examples leadership and collaboration skills)

• Leader in student organizations

• Above and beyond activities of any academic program or volunteering 

• Innovation and/or disruption projects 

Availability:

• Travel up to 40% in domestic areas in STA, SOT on a time-to-time bases. 

• Ability to lead problem solving activities and manage resolution targets. 

• Ability to handle multiple time-sensitive and urgent matters. 

Job Base Location - GTBC (Lomas Verdes, Naucalpan de Juarez - Estado de México) 

DISCLAIMER: Ford Motor Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as we are committed with a diverse workforce, and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran and basis of disability.