Business Planning Analyst - Customs

Job Description

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. What will you make today?

Ford Motor Company operates a worldwide manufacturing and distribution network in over 150 countries that requires the cross-border movement of parts and vehicles. Operations and classification data is maintained for all Ford materials and shipments.

The global trade environment is increasingly more complex and difficult to predict. A Customs Data Analyst for Operations/Classification enables the team to more efficiently manage the de-risking of Ford's customs compliance space through a dedicated focus on the systems side of the Customs practice and establishing the proper data channels for compliance oversight.

In this position...

You will manage Ford's global classification and export processes while overseeing the roll-out of automated customs solutions as an integral part of the Ford Customs Strategy.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

• Support the process development and oversight for USMCA Compliance for all New Model Vehicle and Unit Programs through the GPDS Milestones
• Develop strong knowledge of USMCA regulatory requirements and Tariff Codes to ultimately lead and educate across the enterprise
• Lead and interface with cross functional teams including Program Management / Supply Chain Purchasing / Material Logistics
• Leadership within New Program Teams, developing sourcing strategy and mix forecasts that ensure adherence to ongoing USMCA requirements
• Develop good working knowledge of the Manufacturing footprint, both assembly and powertrain, and purchasing sourcing strategy to align
• Align critical stake holders around the program objectives and create a strategy and sourcing plan that ensures compliance as well as program EBIT Targets and affordability
• Establish best practices and process improvements for USMCA compliance forecasting, and move tactical day-to-day workload to strategic and automated processes
• Ability to support non-standard work hours and availability when required to support Global organization

Qualifications

You'll have...

• Bachelor of Science / Engineering or Supply Chain and Logistics or similar degree
• Strong Excel and analytical skills Ability to work cross-functionally with GDIA and lead the development of new tools / dashboards
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to develop and present key material to both immediate and senior leadership as required
• Work a hybrid role with the ability to work well remotely but also be onsite to support in-person meetings

Even better, you'll have...

• Demonstrated sourcing, part release, and/or codification process knowledge or experience.
• Strong understanding of the business practices and systems impacting volumes (WERS/PDO) preferred
• Validated experience in systems such as SPCPCS / SAC / GCP / MCVP / AVBOM
• Prior experience developing Alteryx workflows for data analytics and/or process automation
• MP&L, Pre-Production, and/or PD Project Management experience
• Experience in the New Model GPDS program approval cadence
• Basic Understanding of Manufacturing Footprint both for VO and Powertrain as well as the developing internal capability for EV commodities

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
• 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.

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This is a salary grade 6-8 position.

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.

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