Analyst SMRT

Chennai - India

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Manufacturing

Job Summary

Description

As part of our Forward Model Launch Team youll help build the world-class state-of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. As a key member of the MP&L Supplier Management team you can add critical value to the entire organization. You will have the opportunity to be part of Fords transformation in the Supply Chain space. Youll also contribute to establishing a robust supply chain both at supplier side and internally so that we can continually produce the vehicles our customers want. If you have the background to develop strong mutually beneficial supplier relationships that will result in decreased costs improved quality and enhanced sustainability we want you to join us.

Responsibilities

. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure effective communication and cooperation.

Lead training our suppliers in various geographic locations on Fords new ERP system SAP (MMP Module).

Monitor and analyze supplier performance data to identify areas for improvement.

Conduct Launch Readiness reviews / audits with suppliers for new model programs (Vehicle & Powertrain Operations NA) at supplier sites.

Clear documentation of findings & analysis in Super G Ford Supplier readiness system

Lead evaluation of suppliers for Ford Plants Capacity Uplifts & Shift additions

Rate suppliers readiness for each program and ensure 100% audits are completed 30 days prior to MP1.

Perform risk analysis and act on findings within the Technical Teams and Forums for new critical or greenfield/brownfield suppliers.

Collaborate with STA / Purchasing to ensure supplier noncompliance issues pertaining to launch readiness are escalated on time & resolved.

Provide onsite MP&L support assistance education and training for distressed suppliers.

Root cause analysis in super G to understand and work with suppliers to improve delivery performance.

Act as MP&L lead for Ford supplier engagement teams.

Support current production in emergency situations with onsite reviews and/or extended onsite MP&L support.

Travel to suppliers & plant locations (in some cases travel may be for multiple days)

Collaborate with Purchasing on Sourcing/Resourcing Actions and ensure on-time supplier readiness before SOP with required MP&L Systems and Processes.

Qualifications

BASIC:

Bachelors degree in Engineering / Supply Chain Management or Business Administration. Masters degree preferred

3 years of experience in in OEM or Tier1 company with a preference for the automotive industry

Knowledge and Deep understanding of Supply Chain Management software SAP MMP Module

Strong knowledge in Ford MP&L (Supply Chain) systems like CMMS Super G GCPMCPV Preferred

New supplier evaluation and supplier development

Supplier Delivery Performance (KPI) monitoring and improvement

Critical/Constraint Supplier Management

Proven track record in supply chain operations (Inbound flows / Packaging / Outbound flows / Diversity / Demand & Supply planning / In-plant Logistic operations / Warehouse management)

Well versed with MS Office Tools (excel PowerPoint etc.)

Experience in Large Data Handling/Management

DESIRED:

Strong Data Analytical Skills to gather data from multiple sources to identify root causes trends & insights and recommend operational improvements on Supplier Delivery Performance

Strong story telling capabilities with data to enable data driven decision making benefiting the organization

Required Experience:

DescriptionAs part of our Forward Model Launch Team youll help build the world-class state-of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. As a key member of the MP&L Supplier Management team you can add critical value to the entire organization. You will have the opportunity to be part of Ford...