Senior Manager – Intelligent Inventory

Ford Motor Company

Senior Intelligent Inventory Manager leading global transformation of inventory management at Ford. Drive SAP EWM deployment and intelligent labeling solutions across supply base.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $141,700 - $268,300 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

IoTPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the enterprise-wide rollout of SAP EWM across all Ford manufacturing and distribution facilities
Define and standardize global warehouse and inventory processes, including inbound, outbound, staging, and line-side delivery
Partner with IT, plant operations, and external integrators to design, test, and deploy scalable solutions
Drive adoption of automation, robotics, and advanced warehouse execution capabilities integrated with EWM
Develop and implement a global intelligent inventory strategy leveraging GTL (Global Transport Label) and RFID technologies
Lead deployment of RFID-enabled tracking and GTL standardization across suppliers, logistics partners, and plants
Enable real-time inventory visibility and traceability from supplier to line-side
Establish standards for data accuracy, label compliance, and serialization
Partner with procurement and supplier development teams to deploy GTL & RFID across the global supplier network
Build supplier onboarding frameworks, training, and compliance mechanisms
Drive alignment with industry standards (e.g., AIAG, ISO) for labeling and traceability
Monitor supplier performance and ensure adherence to labeling and digital tracking requirements
Leverage advanced analytics, IoT, and digital twins to optimize inventory flows and reduce waste
Establish KPIs and dashboards for inventory accuracy, turns, dwell time, and line stoppage reduction
Identify and implement AI/ML-driven inventory optimization opportunities
Lead cross-functional global programs involving Manufacturing, IT, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Logistics
Manage multi-region teams and external partners to deliver on-time, on-budget implementations
Provide executive-level reporting on program status, risks, and value realization
Lead the transition from manual/spreadsheet-based processes to automated, system-driven workflows.
Act as the primary champion for organizational change, helping the workforce adapt to new technologies, processes, and performance expectations.
Deploy Lean and Six Sigma tools to eliminate non-value-added steps in order processing, significantly reducing the administrative lead time of the fulfillment cycle.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred)
10+ years of experience in supply chain, warehouse operations, or manufacturing logistics
Proven track record leading large-scale SAP EWM implementations (multiple plants or regions)
Experience deploying RFID or advanced labeling solutions in manufacturing or logistics environments
Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and plant operations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
Even better, you may have...
Experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments
Knowledge of GTL (Global Transport Label), AIAG standards, and global traceability frameworks
Familiarity with Industry 4.0, IoT integrations, and warehouse automation technologies
PMP, APICS, or equivalent certifications.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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 Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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Hard Skills & Tools

SAP EWMRFIDGTLLeanSix SigmaAI/MLadvanced analyticsIoTwarehouse automationinventory optimization

Soft Skills

communicationinterpersonal skillsinfluencecollaborationleadershiporganizational change managementcross-functional team managementexecutive reportingstakeholder engagementtraining

Certifications

PMPAPICS