Manager – Vehicle Logistics

Ford Motor Company

Manager driving Vehicle logistics strategy and Budgeting for operations team. Leading initiatives for efficiencies and ensuring accurate costing for vehicle logistics.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeChennai • 🇮🇳 IndiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in Budget Management, Contract Management, and Compliance Audits while leading teams in Vehicle Logistics and Inventory Management. Proficient in Logistics Network Design and committed to continuous team development and process efficiencies.

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Budget ManagementContract ManagementLogistics Network DesignCompliance AuditsTeam Development

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Hard Skills

Budget ManagementContract ManagementLogistics Network DesignInventory ManagementCostingAnalytical SkillsProcess EfficiencyTVM InitiativesFreight ManagementMCRP/ISO Compliance

Soft Skills

Presentation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam SpiritIntegrity

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeLogistics Network Design Tools

Industry Keywords

MP&L Business ProcessGlobal LogisticsVehicle Distribution ProcessesOutbound ProcessContinuous Learning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Budget, TVM & Contract Management Drive Contract management process and efficiencies
Lead Vehicle Logistics budget submissions activities, Inventory tasks, budgets and targets Lead TVM initiatives for IMG Vehicle Logistics team and drive the team to achieve TVM targets
Drive Freight & processes efficiencies through strategies for Storage, Transportation & Network etc.
Lead, Represent & Contribute in outbound related leadership reviews (BPR, DOS, TVM, Freight & Inventory Forecast, JV Support, P2P Projects)
Forward Model Costing, New Model Launch & Audits Drive processes and activities for supporting New programs & Launch for OBL in IMG
Drive Compliance & Audit activities for IMG Outbound Review and audit MCRP/ISO requirements to ensure that required controls are in place Leadership Reviews and Team Development Embrace Technology and digitize the Outbound process Motivate & mentor team continuously with one team mindset and deliver results continuously Right Identification of resources and allocation of right tasks to the team members.
Enhance the skill sets of teams by encouraging continuous learning and giving trainings, Work on Insourcing opportunities / COE activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.E / B.Tech or Any Graduate with M.B.A 12+ yrs in MP&L Business Process
Exposure on Global Logistics & Vehicle Distribution Processes desired. Should Possess Analytical Skills and lateral thinking abilities.
Expert Functional Skills Good at MS office & in Logistics Network Design Tools
Knowledgeable Behavioral Skills Presentation Skills, High Team spirits, Integrity with good attitude. Excellent Interpersonal & Communication skills
Knowledgeable Special Knowledge/Skills Required Strong verbal, written, and listening skills. Ability to relate to employees at all levels of the business. Should able to communicate with Global & Cross Functional Teams.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Timely submission of Vehicle Logistics Budgets to Finance team
Lead and Drive TVM for Efficiencies. Conduct TVM Workshops and Co-ordinate with Operations team to Generate ideas and implement the same for efficiency
Ensure Freight Costing is accurate for New model Programs and all new Launches. Track New launches with Operations team to ensure readiness
Co-ordinate with Operations team, Finance team and Leadership team to ensure all communications are latest
Ensure Finished Vehicles Inventories are optimized and within budget and targets
Envision Now, Near & Far priorities/ Strategies for the section & defining the tasks and objectives for the team.
Lead, Represent & Contribute in outbound related leadership reviews (BPR, DOS, TVM, Freight & Inventory Forecast, JV Support, P2P Projects)