Customization Planning Lead - Personalization (Hybrid)

Ford; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate medical, dental, vision and药

Flexible family care days

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program for employees

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Ford is seeking a hands-on leader for the Customization Planning Manager role. This position owns the end-to-end customization strategy for assigned vehicle lines, coordinating accessories, buzz models, and market plans.

You will partner with Marketing, Finance, and Product teams to drive profitability and ensure seamless transitions from planning to program execution. The role demands collaboration, strong leadership, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while delivering on revenue,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 5+ years leading cross-functional teams including POV alignment, planning and business integration
• 3+ years of experience with vehicle planning, cycle planning, product marketing, strategy and/or program management
• 3+ years of demonstrated success in solving complex cross-functional challenges
• Experience with accessories/buzz models and Ford Finance processes is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop a full cycle plan of accessories and buzz model packages through the business plan period
• Drive deep customer understanding with GM/marketing teams to fill gaps in the marketplace
• Use sales data to drive business cases and review programs for capital efficiency
• Identify and develop proposals for new accessories and options for production and dealer channels
• Lead Ford Customization Product Development System and related governance
• Manage business case development and secure approvals for customization projects
• Oversee hand-off from Planning to Program Management to meet revenue and profit targets

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Program management

Data-driven decision making

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ford is seeking a hands-on leader for the Customization Planning Manager role. This position owns the end-to-end customization strategy for assigned vehicle lines, coordinating accessories, buzz models, and market plans.

You will partner with Marketing, Finance, and Product teams to drive profitability and ensure seamless transitions from planning to program execution. The role demands collaboration, strong leadership, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while delivering on revenue,