Analyst, Supply Chain User Enablement & Change Management

Posted 2 Days Ago
Dearborn, MI, USA
Hybrid
87K-166K Annually
Mid level
Automotive
The Role
Drive adoption of supply chain and procurement systems through communications, training, job aids, readiness tracking, and change enablement. Partner with Supply Chain, Purchasing, Finance, IT, and global teams on system launches, process changes, sourcing, supplier onboarding, purchase orders, governance, and user support. Apply purchasing knowledge, analytics, automation, and AI to simplify workflows, reduce support demand, and improve adoption.
Summary Generated by Built In

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

In this position...
Join Ford’s Global Supply Chain Systems organization to drive adoption of new business systems across employees and suppliers. You’ll lead communications, training, and enablement that prepare users for change, accelerate adoption, and reduce support demand.
This role is ideal for someone with purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain experience who understands buyer workflows and can translate business requirements into effective system enablement. You’ll partner across IT, Learning & Development, Supply Chain, Finance, and global business teams to deliver launch readiness and adoption.
What You’ll Do...
Communications & Engagement
Develop communications for system launches, enhancements, and ongoing operations.
Manage global audiences, distribution lists, and user communication channels.
Prepare leadership updates, program status, risks, and reporting.
Support broader engagement activities, including newsletters, podcasts, and campaigns.
Training & Enablement
Develop training, job aids, and reference materials with subject matter experts.
Deliver virtual and in-person training for buyers and global supply chain users.
Validate readiness, track completion, and use support trends to address adoption barriers.
Translate purchasing and system processes into clear, user-focused guidance.
Purchasing & Supply Chain Enablement
Apply purchasing and sourcing knowledge to system releases, business process changes, and user enablement.
Partner with Supply Chain, Purchasing, Finance, and IT to align systems with business requirements.
Support enablement for sourcing, supplier onboarding, purchase orders, and related purchasing processes.
Identify opportunities to simplify workflows through digital tools, automation, and AI.
Governance & Collaboration
Align cross-functional teams on launch timing, communications, training, and documentation.
Ensure system changes are reflected in purchasing policies, procedures, and user materials.
Represent the workstream in governance, readiness reviews, and stakeholder forums.
Support additional programs and priorities as business needs evolve.
What Success Looks Like
Communications and training are accurate, timely, and reach the right audiences.
Buyers and supply chain users confidently adopt new systems and processes.
Repeat support inquiries decrease through stronger enablement and self-service.
Leadership receives clear, timely visibility into readiness, adoption, risks, and support needs.
Digital, automation, or AI improvements simplify workflows and increase efficiency.
You'll have...
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Supply Chain, Business, Engineering)
3+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, sourcing, communications, training, change management, or related business operations.
Purchasing or sourcing experience with knowledge of buyer workflows, sourcing processes, supplier engagement, and purchase order management.
AI and automation and their application to business processes.
Experience with enterprise procurement, supply chain, or ERP systems such as SAP or Ariba.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Even better, you may have...
Experience as a production, program, or commodity buyer, including sourcing, supplier onboarding, or program purchasing.
Knowledge of end-to-end sourcing and purchasing processes, including cost studies, supplier cost analysis, or business case development.
Experience with tools such as Ariba, Sourcing Workplan Tool (SWT), Power BI, or Qlik Sense.
Broader Supply Chain experience across Supplier Technical Assistance, Materials Planning & Logistics, Product Development, Finance, or related Purchasing functions.
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900., This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid#LI-RR2

Responsibilities

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Qualifications

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a relevant field
  • 3+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, sourcing, communications, training, change management, or related business operations
  • Purchasing or sourcing experience, including buyer workflows, sourcing processes, supplier engagement, and purchase order management
  • Knowledge of AI and automation applications to business processes
  • Experience with enterprise procurement, supply chain, or ERP systems such as SAP or Ariba
  • Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and presentation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Experience as a production, program, or commodity buyer, including sourcing, supplier onboarding, or program purchasing
  • Knowledge of end-to-end sourcing and purchasing processes, cost studies, supplier cost analysis, or business case development
  • Experience with Ariba, Sourcing Workplan Tool, Power BI, or Qlik Sense
  • Broader Supply Chain experience across Supplier Technical Assistance, Materials Planning and Logistics, Product Development, Finance, or related Purchasing functions

Ford Motor Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ford Motor Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Ford Motor Company.

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage start on day one with options that include zero-premium plans, free mental health support, and wellness resources. For represented hourly employees, health plans are described as low-cost with strong coverage value.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match and additional company contributions is available from day one, alongside life and disability coverage. Pension eligibility in certain situations and financial-planning support reinforce long‑term security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave, fertility, surrogacy, and adoption benefits, plus a ramp‑up program for returning parents, reflect a family‑focused package. Flexible Family Care days and generous time‑off options help address short‑term caregiving and personal needs.

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The Company
HQ: Dearborn, MI
175,633 Employees
Year Founded: 1903

What We Do

Ford is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. From our earliest days as a pioneer of modern transportation, we have sought to make the world a better place – one that benefits lives, communities and the planet. We are here to provide the means for every person to move and pursue their dreams, serving as a bridge between personal freedom and the future of mobility. In that pursuit, our 186,000 employees around the world help to set the pace of innovation every day.

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