MP&L Strategy Analyst – Inventory

Ford Motor Company; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Michigan is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to enhance supply chain operations. The role involves monitoring inventory levels, analyzing data, and identifying improvements. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in supply chain management and strong analytical skills. This position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program for employees

Paid time off for community service

Qualifications

• 4 or more years in supply chain or in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with inventory management systems and data analysis tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and track turnover rates.
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends and stock imbalances.
• Collaborate on demand forecasting and inventory replenishment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management

Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Excel

SQL

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrow’s transportation.

As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. Within our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. That means we’re continually seeking diligent, determined performers who think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles.

In this role… You will support our supply chain operations by monitoring inventory levels, analyzing stock movements, and identifying opportunities for improvement. Leverage your passion for continuous improvement and inventory management expertise in this fast paced, cross-functional team environment.

Responsibilities What you’ll do…

• Inventory Monitoring and Reporting: Track inventory levels, turnover rates, and discrepancies using inventory management systems. Provide regular reports and insights to stakeholders.
• Data Analysis: Analyze inventory data to identify trends, stock imbalances, and opportunities to optimize stock levels and reduce carrying costs.
• Demand Forecasting Support: Collaborate with planning teams to support demand forecasting and inventory replenishment strategies.
• Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in inventory processes and recommend improvements to increase accuracy and reduce waste.
• System Support: Assist in maintaining and improving inventory management systems, including data integrity and system enhancements.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with procurement, warehouse, and production teams to resolve inventory issues and ensure material availability.
• Training and Documentation: Develop and update inventory process documentation and provide training to relevant teams as needed.
• Drive Transformation: Support activities that contribute to the MP&L Global Industrial System transformation (Tech Modernization, BCC/Daily Management, Strategy Deployment, All-hands/Townhalls, Materials Excellence Academy).

Qualifications You’ll have…

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a passion for continuous process improvement.
• 4 or more years in supply chain or in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with inventory management systems and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, ERP systems).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• highly analytical, with strong communication skills

Even better, you may have…

• Master’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.
• Experience with demand planning and forecasting techniques.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or logistics environment.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we’ve 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 builder…or all 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 childcare 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.

For a detailed look at our benefits, click here: https://clicktime.symantec.com/15tStbdPF8wk8NqWxBmAt?h=GtGY94BobfVzpLg8sS4Fo0BxJDbJMPMmAjFc18-QCTI=&u=https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This role is open to salary grades 6, 7, & 8.

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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