Be the first to apply for this Sales and Operations Planning Analyst role at Ford. As a Sales and Operations Planning Analyst, you will manage and optimize end-to-end planning, drive monthly S&OP / IBP cycles, and ensure inventory optimization while maintaining service levels.
\nKey Responsibilities:
\n+ Manage and optimize end-to-end planning (Demand, Supply and inventory) + Drive monthly S&OP / IBP cycles with cross-functional stakeholders + Analyse demand variability and align supply plans accordingly + Ensure inventory optimization while maintaining service levels + Identify and resolve supply-demand mismatches proactively + Create exception reports/alerts to enable quick issue identification & resolution
\n+ Work closely with Kinaxis CoE to configure and enhance planning models + Translate business requirements into functional specifications + Support scenario planning, what-if analysis, and simulations in Kinaxis + Drive continuous improvement in planning parameters, alerts, and workflows + Act as a bridge between business users and IT/technical teams
\n+ Develop and track KPIs: forecast accuracy, service levels, inventory turns, etc. + Provide actionable insights using planning data + Lead root cause analysis for planning variances
\n+ Collaborate with demand planning, manufacturing, procurement, and logistics teams + Facilitate alignment during S&OP meetings + Train and support end users on Kinaxis processes + Cross culture collaboration
\nQualifications:
\n+ 5–10+ years in Supply Planning / Demand Planning / S&OP + Strong understanding of:
\n+ Experience in handling complex supply chains
\n+ Experience with Kinaxis Maestro/RapidResponse (preferred) + Exposure to planning tools like SAP APO / IBP / Oracle ASCP /o9/ BY + Strong Excel/data analysis skills
\n+ Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset + Ability to work in a cross-functional global environment + Continuous improvement mindset + Good communication & stakeholder management
\n+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Supply Chain / Operations + MBA (Operations / Supply Chain) preferred
\nJob Info:
\nThe primary responsibility of this Buyer is to execute strategies to deliver program targets, TVM goals, and Global Commodity Business Plans. This includes developing and executing negotiation strategies to deliver program targets on tooling and piece price, negotiating and achieving year-over-year (YOY) and monthly year-to-date (MYA) cost reductions, and leading negotiations with regional suppliers and representing in global negotiations.
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\nThe Customer Identity Platform Engineer will contribute to the engineering, development, and 24/7 support of identity and access management highly available solutions for the customer identity platform on Azure AD B2C and Microsoft Entra External ID (EEID).
\nKey responsibilities include collaborating with the Technical Anchor to design, engineer, develop, deploy, and support new Azure AD B2C and EEID software and platform features, supporting delivery of tactical and strategic IAM solutions, contributing to the development and implementation of IAM strategies and roadmap, and maintaining metric dashboards and monitoring/alerting systems.
\nAdditionally, the successful candidate will provide day-to-day operations of requests, incidents, and problems, create and maintain technical documentation for team and integrating applications, use modern software development Agile methodologies to deliver high-quality software on time and on budget, and write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in C#, .NET Core, or other relevant languages that can integrate with Azure Graph APIs.
\nA bachelor's degree or a combination of education/employment is required, along with 3 to 5 years of experience with demonstrated understanding and application/implementation of IAM principles, multi-factor authentication, and conditional access, working collaboratively to identify and solve problems with a globally dispersed and diverse team, designing, engineering, developing, deploying, and supporting features for a large, complex enterprise organization, and demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
\nPreferred requirements include 3-5 years of experience managing Azure AD B2C, 2-5 years of experience with PowerShell, C#, .NET Core, or other relevant languages, experience designing, engineering, developing, deploying, and supporting features for a large, complex enterprise organization, and understanding of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles.
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\nResponsibilities: Collaborate with the Technical Anchor to design, engineer, develop, deploy, and support new Azure AD B2C and EEID software and platform features that adhere to Ford security, architecture, and IAM standards. Support delivery of tactical and strategic IAM solutions, including analysis, design, and implementation to improve security posture. Contribute to the development and implementation of IAM strategies and roadmap. Develop and maintain metric dashboards and monitoring/alerting systems. Provide day-to-day operations of requests, incidents, and problems. Create and maintain technical documentation for team and integrating applications (e.g., architecture diagrams, API documentation, coding standards, operational processes, procedures, configurations, application onboarding tips, etc.). Use modern software development Agile methodologies to deliver high-quality software on time and on budget. Use modern software delivery pipelines to automate the deployment and testing of software and platform features. Maintain and update Ford custom policies using the Identity Experience Framework. Maintain and update UI (visual presentation of user journeys) in accordance with the Ford UI Design Team provided specifications. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in C#, .NET Core, or other relevant languages that can integrate with Azure Graph APIs.
\nQualifications: Bachelor's Degree or a Combination of Education/Employment 3 to 5 years of experience with: Demonstrated understanding and the application/implementation of IAM principles, multi-factor authentication, and conditional access. Working collaboratively to identify and solve problems with a globally dispersed and diverse team. Designing, engineering, developing, deploying, and supporting features for a large, complex enterprise organization. Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to explain complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences (e.g., team members, business partners, senior management) Demonstrated strong verbal, interpersonal, and written skills with the ability to work directly with business owners and application teams for gathering information and troubleshooting. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, challenge the status quo, and manage ambiguity. 1 to 2 years of experience with: Dedication to delivering a secure, always-on customer identity platform. Demonstrated understanding of Azure AD B2C or EEID Understanding of Application Insights, Log Analytics, Azure App Services, Azure API Management. Demonstrated experience with Dev Enablement Tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, Postman, etc.). Demonstrated experience with PowerShell Ability to support 24/7 coverage (rotational on-call support).
\nPreferred Requirements: 3-5 years of experience managing Azure AD B2C. 2-5 years of experience with PowerShell, C#, .NET Core, or other relevant languages. Experience designing, engineering, developing, deploying, and supporting features for a large, complex enterprise organization. Understanding of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles. Industry recognized certifications a plus (e.g., AZ-900: Azure Fundamentals, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP))
","enriched_at":1777291879707},{"id":"job_3d5b546e-7e7","title":"Manager - N Tier COE","source_url":"https://efds.fa.em5.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/60431","location":"Chennai","job_type":"full-time","experience_level":"senior","work_arrangement":"hybrid","category":"Manufacturing","description":"Lead and manage the Tier N Supply Chain detection and risk mitigation before they manifest into a supply disruption. Collaborate cross-functionally with Purchasing & MP&L and operate as ONE Center of Excellence (COE) team. Leverage digital tools within Ford to progress Ford's ability to mitigate Tier N supply issues.
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\nThe Electronic Systems Applications Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, validating, and releasing electronic modules for assigned programs. This role involves leading the delivery of engineering requirements, managing systems, participating in the sourcing process, and supporting vehicle prototype builds, product launches, and service issues.
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\nMinimum Requirements:
\nAvailability to work in a hybrid scheme.
","enriched_at":1777205182145},{"id":"job_e5dcdd6b-ad5","title":"UK Corporate Tax Manager","source_url":"https://efds.fa.em5.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/61081","location":"Essex","job_type":"full-time","experience_level":"mid","work_arrangement":"hybrid","category":"Finance","description":"Ford's Office of Tax Counsel is seeking a motivated and technically capable UK Corporate Tax Manager to support the delivery of high-quality corporate tax compliance and advisory services.
\nThis role has a strong focus on UK corporation tax compliance and technical advisory work, including tax accounting, R&D claims and transfer pricing. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced European and Global tax experts to deliver high-quality solutions and gain unparalleled variety and involvement in their work, ensuring no two days are the same as you support our large-scale international operations.
\nThe role also offers the opportunity to support the Tax function's ongoing digital transformation, helping to improve controls, data quality and efficiency in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an individual with solid UK corporate tax experience who is looking to deepen their technical capability and broaden their exposure within an in-house tax team.
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\nExperience with Excel and confidence working with systems and data
\nDesirable:
\nAs the Plant Manager of the Van Dyke Powertrain Center, you will oversee a holistic business operation, leading the Plant's Executive Leadership Team and approximately 1,800 employees. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality powertrain components that power the future of movement, while maintaining a culture of proactive safety and implementing the Ford Production System (FPS).
\nResponsibilities:
\n+ Create a culture of proactive safety, ensuring team members get home safely every day. \t+ Implement the Ford Production System (FPS) and embed lean principles and structured problem-solving (PDCA) at all levels of the organization. \t+ Drive transformation and change management efforts to advance the plant's competitiveness in an ever-changing world. \t+ Hold yourself and others accountable for excellence in adherence to operational and behavioral expectations.
\n+ Ensure the plant meets rigorous production targets, including Jobs Per Hour (JPH), Rolled-Throughput-Yield (RTY), and strict quality standards. \t+ Leverage data and insights to drive lean improvements and monitor progress using Action-Impactful KPIs. \t+ Take full accountability for the plant's Profit & Loss (P&L) and lead cost-reduction initiatives to drive profitability. \t+ Act as a strong problem-solver who can lead effectively under pressure and manage crises when necessary to keep the team moving.
\n+ Build and maintain strong, productive relationships with Organized Labor Leadership, Employee Resource Groups, and suppliers. \t+ Demonstrate empathy by going to Gemba and engaging regularly with all members of the team from Area Managers to Hourly Associates on the plant floor. \t+ Prioritize the ongoing development and evaluation of employee performance and create a high-performing team that delivers results. \t+ Leverage your staff to build an inclusive culture that allows for diverse viewpoints, evidenced by high employee engagement scores and impactful check-ins.
\nQualifications:
\nThe AI Architect will define the technical vision and structural framework for Ford's AI-driven automation initiatives. You will be responsible for designing scalable, secure, and high-performance AI architectures that integrate into the global V&V (Verification & Validation) ecosystem. Your goal is to ensure that individual AI tools work together as a cohesive, enterprise-grade platform that enables rapid software delivery.
\nKey responsibilities include:
\nAs a SMRT Analyst, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the readiness of suppliers for Ford's manufacturing processes. Your primary responsibility will be to engage with new suppliers, assess their capabilities, and develop plans to address any gaps in their ability to meet Ford's requirements.
\nYour day-to-day tasks will involve:
\nYou will also be responsible for coordinating with suppliers, plants, and purchasing teams to identify potential cost savings projects through VSM optimization, freight efficiency, and process efficiency.
\nIn addition, you will act as a single point of contact (SPOC) for suppliers supporting IMG plants and export from IMG regarding MMOG/Delivery Performance. You will provide training to suppliers to support launch and development, publish supplier news letters/CMMS BB updates/email reminders, and work with the team to identify and deliver at least 1 GB or BB project per team member.
\nThis is a challenging role that requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about ensuring the success of Ford's manufacturing processes, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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