Technical Project Manager

As an IT Project Manager within Fords Enterprise Technology Group you will play a pivotal role in the modernization of our supply chain and material flow operations. Ford is undergoing a major Supply Chain Transformation and this position offers a unique multi-faceted blend of project leadership and hands-on functional execution.

The core of this transformation is anchored by our intelligent inventory and automation strategy. You will manage IT projects that implement advanced automation solutions. You will be responsible for orchestrating deployments ensuring that cross-functional teams remain aligned accountable and on track to deliver high-quality automation solutions on time.

This role is ideal for a proactive coordinator who is highly organized proficient in utilizing Jira for agile project tracking and eager to dive into functional systemsspecifically maintaining our Cloud Label Management system which is a critical operational component of our automated tracking and labeling ecosystem. By bridging the gap between project coordination and functional IT work you will help deliver critical digital capabilities that optimize material flow from the receiving dock to the point of fit.

• Project Deployment & Delivery: Lead the planning execution and deployment of IT projects supporting all aspects of our intelligent inventory and automation strategy ensuring all deliverables are met on time within scope and aligned with business objectives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with cross-functional teams to foster alignment establish clear accountability and resolve cross-team dependencies for automation initiatives.
• Jira & Agile Management: Serve as the primary manager for project tracking in Jira; build and maintain backlogs track sprints monitor velocity and configure boards/workflows to ensure transparent progress reporting for our intelligent inventory and automation portfolio.
• Functional Cloud Label Management: Perform hands-on IT functional work within the Cloud Label Management system ensure labeling systems seamlessly integrate with overall intelligent inventory vision.
• Accountability & Tracking: Establish detailed project timelines milestones and KPIs for deployments; proactively identify risks issues and bottlenecks implementing mitigation plans to keep critical path items on schedule.
• Testing & Deployment Support: Coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) pilot deployments and system rollouts of automation and intelligent inventory technologies in manufacturing environments ensuring smooth transitions and minimal operational disruption.
• Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate regular status meetings deliver progress reports to leadership and translate technical execution metrics of our automation strategy into clear business value.

• Bachelors degree in Information Systems Computer Science Project Management or a related technical field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management and deployments preferably within a manufacturing logistics or supply chain environment.
• Proven track record of coordinating cross-functional teams driving accountability and delivering complex projects on schedule.
• Deep hands-on experience utilizing and managing Jira (or equivalent Agile project management tools) to track sprints manage backlogs and report progress.
• Demonstrated experience performing functional IT tasks software configuration or application support (such as configuring business rules template design or system administration).
• Strong interest and familiarity with automation concepts smart warehousing or intelligent inventory systems.
• Excellent communication facilitation and negotiation skills with experience working effectively across cross-functional and global teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a self-motivated can-do attitude toward learning and managing new technologies.

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 and prescription drug coverage

Flexible family care parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care 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 a detailed look at our benefits click here:Benefit Summary

This position is a salary grade 7 or 8.

This position is a salary grade salary grade 7 and ranges from $86600-$144900 or 8 and ranges from $99100-$166200.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidates skills and experience and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope responsibility and competitive market value.

* Please note: This position is hybrid (onsite four days per week) for candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location.

*Visa Sponsorship is not provided for this role*

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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