MP&L Analyst

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Material Planning & Logistics Analyst to lead cross-functional initiatives that enhance materials & supply chain performance resilience and agility. This role is responsible for managing complex end-to-end supply chain programs that span procurement logistics manufacturing and planning. A key focus of this position is driving transformation through structured change management ensuring successful adoption of new processes systems and technologies across the organization.

This role is ideal for a self-driven problem solver who thrives in ambiguity enjoys breaking down complex business problems excels at pulling together rigorous analytics and is motivated by measurable business impact. You will work closely with supply chain leadership and cross-functional partners to shape strategy develop scalable solutions and enable data-driven decision making that improves performance today while building the supply chain capabilities of the future.

Strategy & Transformation

• Support the development and execution of multi-year supply chain strategies aligned to enterprise objectives.
• Identify high-impact opportunities across network design replenishment transportation and fulfillment to improve cost service and working capital.
• Translate broad strategic objectives into structured analyses actionable recommendations and executable roadmaps.
• Partner with Supply Chain Transformation leaders to design prototype test and scale new processes tools capabilities and decision frameworks.

Analytical Problem Solving & Business Impact

• Tackle open-ended and ambiguous supply chain problems using a structured hypothesis-driven approach.
• Independently define problem statements determine appropriate analyses and work through incomplete or imperfect data.
• Build advanced analytical models to quantify opportunities tradeoffs and risks.
• Measure impact track results and continuously refine recommendations based on performance.

Advanced Data Analytics and Insights

• Leverage large complex data sets to uncover trends inefficiencies and opportunities across the supply chain.
• Apply strong SQL skills and advanced analytics to extract transform and analyze data across multiple systems. Develop scalable analytical tools dashboards and models to support ongoing decision-making.
• Collaborate with data IT and analytics teams to improve data quality accessibility and analytical capabilities.

Cross-Functional Partnership & Influence

• Partner closely with Supply Chain Inventory Merchandising Finance Technology and Store Operations teams.
• Communicate insights clearly and effectively to audiences ranging from analysts to senior leaders. Explain not just what the data says but why it matters and how it should influence decisions.
• Influence without authority by building trust credibility and strong business understanding.

Youll have...

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management Engineering Business Administration or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven track record of leading process improvement initiatives and managing cross-functional projects.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools (e.g. Excel Tableau Power BI).
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles including S&OP procurement logistics and inventory management.

Even better you may have...

• Masters Degree in Supply Chain Management Engineering Business Administration or a related field is a plus.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g. Agile)
• Strong understanding of MP&L systems (e.g. SAP S4 HANA E2Open)
• Strong understanding of MP&L Processes including parts follow up processes.
• MP&L Plant Operations Experience

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 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 Years Day

• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

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