Job Description
Reporting to the EVDD Operations (Ops) Lead, you will be an integral part of the EVDD Ops Team. This team is responsible for driving transformation in the ways the EVDD organization works so that it is better equipped to thrive and be successful in the midst of the biggest change the automotive industry has ever seen: electrification, autonomous driving, and connected vehicles. The EVDD Ops Team is the epicenter for smart change across the :14,000-person EVDD organization, while also being at the cutting edge of Ford’s most strategic and advanced products. **
Responsibilities**
In addition to being a strategic thought partner to the Ops Lead and your team-mates, you will focus on: driving excellence in the goals/objectives drafting and tracking process, helping modernize and hone working norms and associated productivity tooling & systems, and owning e2e projects and programs aimed at evolving culture (i.e., the behaviors and experiences that lead the improved cost and quality). **
Qualifications**
The minimum requirements we seek
- A strategy & operations expert: minimum 8 years of experience working in business and product operations succeeding in assignments with high degree of complexity, ambiguity and company navigation.
- A change-management expert: experience driving large organizational, operational, and cultural transformations that lead to improved business outcomes.
- A deep-well of experience and perspectives: a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or business; or equivalent industry experience at multiple tech and/or automotive companies.
- A love of data-driven decisions: minimum 3 years of experience with data analytics, data science, and/or data-driven root-cause analysis.
Our Preferred Requirements
- Comfort with ambiguity – demonstrated ability to structure an approach to complex problems and drive clarity on solutions.
- Ability to effortlessly flex and utilize strategic thinking skills, systems thinking skills, and attention-to-detail.
- Skilled at navigating a large, matrixed environment while operating as a team player; adept at building relationships and adapting to a strong culture.
- Proven ability to synthesize “the signal from the noise” and apply these insights to key decisions.
- Ability to influence above and below leadership level across multiple functions and business units, doing so without invoking the name or title of the leaders you are partnering with.
- Ability to self-start with a strategic mindset; can get things one without requiring much direction.
- Excellent communication skills; acts as conduit to help others understand what’s important.
What you'll receive in return:
As part of the Ford family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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.
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