Are you a strategic leader with a passion for transforming complex supply chains? As the Chief of Staff for Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L) in Mexico, you will be the right hand to the MP&L Director, playing an instrumental role in shaping the future of Ford's supply chain operations. This is a unique opportunity to drive critical modernization projects, develop long-term strategic action plans (X-Matrices, Balanced Scorecards), and ensure operational excellence across a dynamic, multinational environment. You will gain unparalleled exposure to diverse facets of our MP&L organization, collaborating closely with key functions like Forward Model, Material Logistics, Automation, Supplier Readiness, Safety, and Customs. If you thrive in a highly collaborative, fast-paced setting and are eager to make a tangible impact on Ford's global manufacturing footprint, this role is for you **What you'll do…** + **Strategic Planning & Execution:** Directly support the MP&L Director in defining and executing the long-term MP&L strategy, translating vision into actionable plans, including the development and tracking of X-Matrices and other strategic frameworks. + **Project Leadership & Modernization:** Coordinate and drive the progression of high-impact MP&Lmodernization projects, ensuring timely completion and alignment with strategic objectives across cross-functional teams. + **Operational Excellence & Process Optimization:** + Serve as the MP&L Business Lead for critical initiatives, such as Ford's Carte Porte requirements, ensuring compliance and seamless integration with new carrier setups and Ford IT. + Champion change management for new system launches (e.g., Ford’s New Model Planning (MMP) system) and process improvements, particularly concerning cross-border operations and customs. + Lead on-site GEMBAs (Go and See activities), including rack inspections for transportation optimization, to identify and eliminate process waste, driving significant efficiency gains. + **Data Digitalization & Visibility:** Lead the transformation of North American cross-border milestone data digitalization, integrating feeds from third-party customs providers (e.g., EXL) into Ford's systems (Blue Yonder) to establish end-to-end supply chain visibility and enhance border tracking capabilities. + **Executive Support & Communication:** Coordinate and prepare for critical weekly executive meetings (e.g., Strategic Approval Reviews, Modernization updates) for the North American MP&L Director, ensuring all materials are precise and impactful. Manage executive approvals for travel, purchase orders, and business cases with meticulous attention to detail. + **Ad-hoc Strategic Initiatives:** Proactively assist with various ad-hoc strategic initiatives and special projects that arise throughout the year, demonstrating adaptability and a results-oriented approach. **You'll have...** + Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Economics, Computer Engineering, International Affairs, or a related field. + 5+ years of progressive experience in Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L), with at least 1 year in a demonstrated leadership or project management role. + Proven ability to lead and deliver continuous improvement projects, with a track record of identifying and eliminating process waste. + Strong project management skills and a results-oriented mindset, capable of driving initiatives to completion with diligent follow-up. + Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions. + Experience leveraging data analytical tools such as Alteryx, PowerBI, and other related data visualization or process automation tools. + Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with a proven ability to effectively report project status and strategic recommendations to executive leadership. + Flexibility to travel as required (up to 10% of the time). **Even better, you may have...** + Deep understanding and practical application of Lean Manufacturing principles, including Kaizen methodologies, X-Matrices, and Control Centers. + A track record of implementing significant cost savings (e.g., >5% reduction in a key area) and/or quality improvement initiatives. + Experience in SharePoint Development or similar collaborative platform administration. + Ability to set long-term goals and effectively implement complex manufacturing strategies across multiple sites. **Requisition ID** : 48828