We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?
As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.
In this position...
The RTM & NA Inbound Network Design and Cost Analyst (Efficiencies, MCC, Warehousing, New Model, MFE, PF) role presents an exciting opportunity to take on a role in a critical area in our current Supply Chain climate. Apply your MP&L and Supply Chain knowledge to drive Cost and Efficiency to our Transportation Network.
What you'll do...
Implement freight efficiencies to achieve the assigned plants calendarized and annualized targets.
Develop logistics commodity strategies with Transportation Purchasing Organization.
Develop equipment & routing specs for Request for Quote with Transportation Purchasing.
Publish supplier shipping instructions, daily change management; including responding to operating plan changes.
Support TPO in helping carriers react to changes at least cost
Manage inbound freight cost by identifying and implementing improvements and tracking physicals.
Identify cost savings through sourcing changes and density changes.
Cube Utilization metrics, Planned to Actual metrics
Audit and dispute logistics provider billing discrepancies.
Review & Approve TONU, Approve Plant Requested pull-aheads, etc…
Interface with Plant Group Managers and MP&L Managers to manage logistics related issues between plants, suppliers and carriers.
MEL Meeting & metrics, Cost Reviews (with LLP Logistics Analyst)
Demurrage/detention tracking and adjudication for Rail and Intermodal.
Monitoring Cube Utilization, Brokering, Add/Cancel metrics, Rack Return-to-plan
Execute Forward Model Logistics plans in conjunction with the LLP and affected plant(s).
Interface with Lead Logistics Provider to ensure quality and timely delivery of services.
Monitor via weekly Plant Launch call
Support reductions in LLP Management fee. This also includes managing changes in LLP staffing to support shift, complexity and volume changes.
Support reduction in premium freight cost by ensuring proper float levels of in plant inventory.
Create 5% year over year save on long term purchase order agreements.
Achieve a reduction in brokering for key carriers utilizing Data Warehouse reports and detailed brokering & book of business reviews.
Maintain or improve 5.8 sigma rating for overall quality performance level for production disruptions.
Support new product launches in with zero production losses due to logistics failures.
Use Data and Performance Metrics to Develop Standards and Strategies based on Origin for float, transportation, and method of origin to reduce overall Transportation Cost including TONU, Detention/Demurrage Cost and Premium Freight.
Develop Standards and Strategies to Create a “Plan for Every Part” based on Transportation Flow including Routing, Float and Shipping Standards.
Interface with TPO on contracts for Transportation Provider Contracts.
Drive Optimal Window Times to the plants and Penske PLC teams to drive Optimal Window Times and Transportation Flow into our Plants.
Use our Pull Ahead Tools to Drive Improved KPIs for Cube and Rack Utilization.
Align our Cost to Production to Schedule and find creative ways to lessen the impact to our Transportation Network.
Lead efforts to use Telematics to help reduce our costs in Premium Freight and Accessorial Costs.
You'll have...
High School Diploma or GED
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong CMMS3 knowledge,
Rail / Intermodal Carrier Operations Experience
Experience with CMMS3 Data/Datamart/Alteryx or other Data Analytical Tools
Strong understanding of MP&L (CMMS, Data Warehouse) and Microsoft (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) systems.
Travel maybe be required to the plants, External Warehouses, Provider Sites. Weekend work may be required on an exception basis.
Ability to create presentations with clear objectives that tailor your content to your audience’s interests, knowledge level and needs.
Strong supply chain and Plant Experience Preferred.
Even better, you may have...
Strong supply chain and Plant Experience Preferred.
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 the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD
This position is a range of salary grades 6- 8 and salary range $72,480-$162,120
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong CMMS3 knowledge
- Rail or intermodal carrier operations experience
- Experience with CMMS3 Data, Datamart, Alteryx, or other data analytical tools
- Strong understanding of MP&L, CMMS, and data warehouse systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access
- Ability to create presentations tailored to the audience
- Strong supply chain and plant experience
- Travel to plants, external warehouses, and provider sites may be required
- Weekend work may be required on an exception basis
Ford Motor Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
