Business Operations Manager- Electric Vehicles, Digital & Design at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Efficiency, Process Improvement, Budget Management, Financial Planning, Data Analysis, Interpersonal Skills, Project Management, Analytical Skills, Collaboration, Communication, Leadership, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Procurement, Reporting, KPI Tracking

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Organizational Efficiency Develop, implement, and maintain operational systems, processes, and policies that promote organizational efficiency and productivity focused on Non-Personnel expenses (Purchase Service, Material, ED&T, Capital, Travel, etc.) Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline operations and reduce unwarranted costs Maintain ongoing communications to ensure proper operations within function, consistent with EVDD processes Collaborate with skill team operation leads to ensure operational activities align with strategic objectives Responsible for governance, execution and oversight of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes for all EVDD function non-personnel expenses Manage data collection; monitor and analyze key budget metrics to achieve productivity targets, reduce costs, eliminate errors, and deliver excellent customer service to function Manage and support procurement of Purchased Services and other supplier engagements critical for technical delivery Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting systems to track key performance indicators (KPIs), providing regular reports and insights to leadership Support executive level reporting of EVDD delivery health, risk, progress, and value delivered based on insights derived from financial metrics Provide data-driven recommendations to support decision-making processes Work closely with other business units, including Finance, Supply Chain, and IT, to ensure alignment and efficient operations Collaborate with other Business Operations Leads within Ford to share best practices and maintain consistency across functions Strengthen the organization's process discipline through education & communication Streamline all processes by increasing self-service and data transparency Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field a plus 7+ years of experience in operations management, preferably in software, automotive, or related industries 2+ years of program or project management, with experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives 2+ years of budget management and financial planning experience 5+ years of people leadership experience Proven track record in process improvement and implementing operational best practices Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights Proficiency in data analysis tools and business intelligence platforms Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics Experience in executing large-scale programs or initiatives Bias for action; a propensity to drive items to closure without sacrificing quality or timeliness Adaptability and resilience in the face of rapid change and ambiguity

Responsibilities

The Business Operations Manager will develop and maintain operational systems to enhance efficiency and productivity, focusing on non-personnel expenses. They will lead continuous improvement initiatives and manage budgeting and financial planning processes for the Electric Vehicles, Digital & Design function.