Senior Global Supply Chain Manager
Core
Provide strategic oversight and direct leadership to a high-performing team of global supply managers to develop long-term purchasing and sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and sustainability goals.
Role type
Senior Global Supply Chain Manager (Strategic Leadership & Operations)
Builds
Global supply chain resilience, cost optimization models, and strategic supplier partnerships for Ford's vehicle manufacturing.
Domain
Automotive Manufacturing / Global Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure (supply chain systems & processes)
Required skills
Advanced data analysis (Excel, Tableau), End-to-end procurement processes, Contract negotiation, Supplier development, Manufacturing processes (injection molding, stamping, machining, die casting, assembly), Cross-functional project management (Agile/Waterfall), Should-cost analysis, Risk mitigation strategies, KPI reporting, System modernization (Qliksense, Power BI), International trade regulations.
Preferred skills
None explicitly stated as preferred, all listed skills are required.
Technologies
Excel, Tableau, Qliksense, Power BI
Responsibilities
Develop and implement long-term global purchasing and sourcing strategies; Strategically manage a large, complex portfolio of critical categories/commodities; Cultivate and manage critical, strategic supplier relationships at an executive level; Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate complex supply chain risks; Lead system modernization workstreams and develop interactive dashboards.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership responsibilities.