Customization Planning Manager

Ford Motor Company

. Develop a full cycle plan of accessories and buzz model packages through the business plan period .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,500 - $218,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vehicle planning, product marketing, and program management, with a strong focus on developing business cases and leading cross-functional teams. Proven ability to drive customer understanding and manage product development processes effectively within the Ford system.

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Vehicle PlanningProduct MarketingProgram ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipBusiness Case Development

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Hard Skills

Business Case DevelopmentCycle PlanningProduct DevelopmentProject ManagementData Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeamworkLeadershipProblem SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Ford Customization Product Development SystemGM/Marketing Collaboration Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Ford Finance ProcessAccessoriesBuzz ModelsMarket AnalysisStakeholder Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop a full cycle plan of accessories and buzz model packages through the business plan period
Drive customer understanding with GM/marketing teams to ensure the cycle plan addresses marketplace and Ford portfolio gaps
Use customer and sales data to develop business cases and review and challenge programs for effective capital allocation
Identify and develop detailed product proposals for new accessories, options and feature vehicles for production and dealer channel offerings
Lead FC GPDS and the Ford Customization Product Development System
Manage business case development and analysis, provide planning direction, and secure project approvals
Ensure smooth transition from Planning to Program Management at hand-off
Ensure revenue and profit targets, take rates, part volumes and budget adherence
Lead monthly senior leadership discussions on business health, opportunities and needed support
Represent Ford Customization in key cross-functional forums
Drive programs from ideation through execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
5+ years of experience organizing and leading cross-functional teams, including stakeholders in POV alignment, planning and business integration activities
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 is a plus
Demonstrated understanding of the Ford Finance process used to create and approve business cases
Experience working on cycle plan and forward model programs
Demonstrated ability to make business-critical decisions and own end-to-end implications of those decisions
Demonstrated project management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across organizations
Strong interpersonal skills and integrity
Prior vendor/supplier management
Teamwork and leadership behaviors
Comfortable interfacing with executive-level leadership
Deep experience in the Ford system beyond VP/FCSD, with a proven track record of integration and knowledge of other functions and groups within Ford, particularly product development
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

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
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time