Business Operations Supervisor

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The supervisor is responsible for optimizing VHEs operational efficiency and strategic alignment by managing financial resources (including engineering budgets expenses and capital projects) alongside supporting workforce planning initiatives (such as model implementation recruitment and intern/co-op programs). They will advance strategic initiatives like Automation for Operational Excellence Streamlining and Standardizing processes and Optimizing Resource Allocation.

The role ensures compliance through control testing ISO and objectives audits while driving operational excellence by managing KPIs facilitating business plan reviews and identifying process improvements.

Key duties also include coordinating high-level communications managing surveys maintaining critical operational dashboards and SharePoint sites and providing chief-level operational support all built upon a foundation of Robust Governance & Standard Operating Procedures and a Culture of Accountability.

In this position...

Spend & Expense Management:

• Manage and forecast the Engineering Budget including detailed oversight of personnel purchasing services materials ED&T (Engineering Design and Test) and travel expenses.
• Monitor and control overtime indirect budget allocations and capital projects to ensure financial discipline and adherence to budgetary targets.

Workforce Planning & Management:

• Provide Functional PADT (Product Attribute Definition Team) Input for the NGIE Model.
• Support Small Block Model specifically managing Sub-Functional Splits.
• Coordinate backfill strategies structure adjustments and support the execution of recruiting strategies.
• Conduct Cycle Plan/Inventory Assessments and manage position allocations.
• Oversee the management of FCG (Ford College Graduate) Intern and Co-Op programs.

What youll do...

Legal & Compliance:

• Support control testing activities to ensure operational integrity and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Facilitate and support ISO (International Organization for Standardization) Audits and Objectives Audits ensuring all required documentation and processes are in place.

Business Process & Operational Excellence:

• Lead the Objectives Setting and Cascade process ensuring alignment with VHE and broader organizational goals.
• Manage track and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor performance identify areas for improvement and drive accountability.
• Participate actively in Business Plan Reviews and maintain critical operational dashboards.
• Contribute to identifying and implementing process efficiencies and automation opportunities across VHE Business Operations.

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Manage and coordinate communications for VP and Director levels
• Design administer and analyze surveys to gather feedback and inform strategic decisions.
• Support VP and Director MAR/SAR/TDR meeting management and All Hands events.
• Maintain and update the VHE and Director SharePoint site ensuring all content is current organized and accessible.
• Provide Required Chief Level Operations Support focusing on non-administrative tasks.

Youll have...

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Finance Operations Management Human Resources or a related field.
• 2 years of experience in an office management business operations or supervisory role preferably within an engineering manufacturing or automotive environment.
• Proven experience in budget management financial forecasting and expense tracking.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and optimize workforce planning activities.
• Strong understanding of compliance requirements and experience with audit processes (e.g. ISO).
• Proficiency in data analysis KPI reporting and developing operational dashboards.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel PowerPoint Word SharePoint).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Even better you may have...

• Masters degree in a relevant field; MBA
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with Fords internal systems and processes (e.g. for budget HR or procurement).

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care 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 Years Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is not available for this position.

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This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid

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