Job DescriptionWe 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 worldtogether. 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 Yard Management Logistics Analyst will be responsible for Switching & Yard Management at two or more plants. This includes supporting the Statement of Work, Running/Reviewing and taking actions on Performance Metrics, Providing YMS Training and Support and identifying process improvements and costs savings.ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...
- Review yard capacities and ensure trailers are continuously moving into and out of the yard (Minimize Dwell Time)
- Train the plants (Forklift Drivers, Switchers, Clerks) on the current YMS and keep them apprised of any system enhancements as they are introduced
- Review all Yard Management Metrics and KPI's to ensure that plants & yards are operating effectively
- Use the performance metrics to drive efficiencies, process improvements and cost savings
- Support all new Plant YMS Launches (OAC, TEVC, Powertrain & Stamping are on the horizon)
- Meet at regular intervals with the Plant and Switching/Yard Management Companies to review performance, issues and opportunities
- Monitor, counsel and provide support to the plant onsite Yard Management Analysts
- Ensure the data integrity / accuracy of the performance metrics that we are responsible for maintaining
- Work with the Plants, Carriers, Switching Companies to help problem-solve and eliminate barriers to success
- Create / generate ad-hoc Yard Management reports to support exceptions as they occur
- Identify, implement and report on cost savings opportunities throughout the year
- Support New Model Yard Capacity studies
- Work to identify methods to automate performance metrics or replace with automated dashboards
QualificationsYou'll have...
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in Logistics, Supply Chain and/or Manufacturing
- Experience managing projects and/or system implementations
- Individual must be a self-starter that does not require excessive direction and is capable of working in a manufacturing environment
- This could mean night shift, weekends and occasionally holidays
- This position will require a degree of travel but it should be < 50%
- Individual must be comfortable analyzing and organizing data and working with everyone from a Truck Driver, Forklift Driver to an MP&L Manager
Even better, you may have...
- Demonstrate aptitude to deliver new IT tools to support our technology requirements
- Demonstrate ability to produce quality results under time constraints, sometimes in team setting, other times alone
- Strong analytical abilities, coupled with decision-making capability
- Strong problem-solving skills, able to conduct root cause analysis and develop permanent corrective actions
- Strong understanding of Material Planning & Logistics systems (TMS or similar systems) and Microsoft (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)
- Experience with Data Analytics tools (Alteryx, QlikSense, Google Cloud Platform, etc.) desirable
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: This position is a range of salary grades 6, 7 and 8. 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 committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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-###-####.#LI-Hybrid#LI-JL1