Manager, Product Line Performance

Ford Motor Company

. Execute Product Line Performance workstream initiatives and drive rapid progress to identify and deliver profit improvement actions .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeDetroit • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $112,680 - $212,760 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and strategic capabilities to drive product line performance and profit improvement initiatives in the electric vehicle industry. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with senior leadership while managing complex projects and data-driven insights.

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Strategic DevelopmentQuantitative AnalysisCross-Functional LeadershipElectric Vehicle Industry ExperienceData-Driven Insights

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Hard Skills

Quantitative AnalysisData-Driven InsightsScenario-Based Financial ModelsComplex Problem StructuringPresentation Development

Soft Skills

Compelling StorytellingTrust BuildingAdaptabilityOwnershipInfluencing Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMBA Preferred

Industry Keywords

Electric Vehicle IndustryAutomotiveManufacturingProduct ManagementBattery Cost Drivers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute Product Line Performance workstream initiatives and drive rapid progress to identify and deliver profit improvement actions
Apply customer insights, competitive intelligence, regulatory trends, and market trends to identify opportunities to improve existing products or create new products and experiences
Lead strategy development to strengthen the existing EV portfolio and identify new whitespace opportunities
Identify and lead cross-functional strategic initiatives with Planning, Manufacturing, Finance, Marketing, Purchasing, Product Development, and other Ford Product Line Performance teams across Ford Blue, Ford Pro, and Lincoln
Distill data, insights, and information into compelling, easy-to-digest presentation materials
Drive discussions with Model e senior leadership
Drive shared understanding and clarity of enterprise-wide strategic priorities
Translate Mustang Mach-E learnings and best practices into repeatable frameworks informing the planning, launch, and performance of future EV and EREV products

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
5+ years experience in strategy, finance, consulting, product planning or similar field
3+ years of experience structuring complex problems, conducting quantitative analysis, developing data-driven insights using a hypothesis-led approach, and communicating results with senior leadership
3+ years of proven ability to navigate large, matrixed organizations, build trust, and drive outcomes in cross-functional teams through logical reasoning and compelling storytelling
MBA preferred
Ability to take ownership and deliver results with minimal direction
Highly analytical and data-driven, with experience using diverse data sets and scenario-based financial models
Ability to manage multiple workstreams, prioritize effectively, and adapt to new information
Manufacturing, automotive, and/or product management experience
Electric vehicle industry experience and familiarity with the EV charging ecosystem
Understanding of battery and material cost drivers and their impact on vehicle profitability
Ability to work in a fast-paced, fluid environment where priorities shift regularly
Ability to break down complex tasks or requirements into manageable tasks
Ability to recognize roadblocks and escalate issues as needed
Experience communicating with and influencing functional and technical team members at all organizational levels
Ability to deliver clear and persuasive recommendations to senior leadership through written narratives, verbal briefings, and presentation decks
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
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and 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