MP&L Program Analyst

Ford Motor Company

Material Planning & Logistics Program Analyst leading initiatives for supply chain enhancement at Ford. Responsible for managing cross-functional projects and driving strategic improvements.

Posted 5/19/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,480 - $121,440 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define scope, objectives, timelines, and resource needs for supply chain projects; align with quarterly gate reviews and steering committees.
Lead teams including procurement, logistics, manufacturing, quality, and finance to deliver supply chain initiatives.
Facilitate supplier training, customer surveys, and symposiums to improve collaboration and performance.
Develop sourcing strategies, material ramp plans, and cost models; monitor budgets and schedules
Drive continuous improvement in supply chain operating models, governance, and decision frameworks.
Manage supply chain risks, ensure compliance with sourcing policies, and support sustainability/responsible sourcing initiatives.
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of integrated supply chain programs aligned with business goals, timelines, and budgets. Coordinate cross-functional teams across procurement, logistics, manufacturing, engineering, IT, and finance to ensure seamless program execution.
Lead digital transformation efforts, including ERP enhancements, supply chain visibility tools, automation, and data analytics.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's 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.
Master's 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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

supply chain managementdata analysisprocess improvementproject managementsourcing strategiescost modelscontinuous improvementMP&L systemsERP enhancementsinventory management

Soft Skills

communicationinterpersonal skillsinfluencecollaborationadaptabilityflexibilityindependenceteamworkleadershipstakeholder management

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor's Degree in EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Business AdministrationMaster's Degree in Supply Chain ManagementMaster's Degree in EngineeringMaster's Degree in Business Administration