Technical Program & Project Management Associate

Technical Program & Project Management Associate

Dearborn, MI Hybrid with 3-days onsite. Preferably Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday onsite

W2

Skills Based Assessment: Contract Negotiation, Software Systems

Position Description:

Come help build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. Ford Motor Company was built on the belief that freedom of movement drives human progress. It's a belief that has fueled our passion to create great cars and trucks. And today, it drives our commitment to become the world's most trusted mobility company, helping our customers stay connected and move safely, confidently, and freely. Ford software operations are on a mission to revolutionize mobility. We create and implement new business models and leverage cutting-edge technology and data science to disrupt how people and goods move. We're looking for talented procurement professionals who want to help lead this disruption. We need leaders who are entrepreneurial and bring a mix of creativity, and technical and business skills to create solutions that partners and customers cannot resist. This IT Supply Chain Project Manager will negotiate with dedicated providers according to specific policies. Achieve the best

contractual conditions while also ensuring internal customer satisfaction. Has knowledge of best practices, industry trends, and how their area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate vendors in the IT software categories. Support the development of Category Strategies which are robust enough to meet evolving business requirements.

Skills Required:

Contract Negotiation, Software Systems

Experience Required:

Drive on-time sourcing of key software in initiatives within cost and regulatory requirements. Align Ford Integrated Services sourcing strategies with other business unit strategies to maximize leverage. Lead sourcing Build strong cross-functional relationships within the various internal business units and departments to further algin on strategic category vision and savings opportunities. Drive and support Supply Base optimization and strategic priorities through leverage of the Enterprise spend. Be a progressive thinker, seeking out ways to drive efficiencies, find cost savings, or spend reduction opportunities, with intelligence of what is best in class Strong communicator that can effectively transition from bottom-up details to concise, clear executive-level messaging. Ability to build relationships and trust across organizations to drive decisions and alignment. Strong data & analytics understanding for synthesis of complex data into clear, understandable format. Initiative-taking and resourceful; comfortable with navigating ambiguity. Flexible and adaptable attitude to changing priorities. Collaborative leader and collaborator. Ability to creatively problem solve, adjust priorities, and manage workload with agility in the team, to deliver business critical objectives

Experience Preferred:

Bachelor's Degree, master's degree preferred, not mandatory (or in progress) 5+ years of supply chain/commodity/program management experience

Education Required:

Bachelor's Degree

Education Preferred:

Master's Degree