MSAP Analyst

Ford Motor Company

. Manufacturing project planning for product programmes and associated cost studies ahead of programme approval for European sites.

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeValencia • SpainMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in manufacturing project planning, financial analysis, and process optimization, with a strong focus on cost management and effective communication across departments. Proficient in utilizing MS 365 tools to enhance data handling and workflow automation.

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Manufacturing Project PlanningFinancial AnalysisCost ManagementProcess OptimizationProject Management

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing OperationsCost StudiesBusiness Case PreparationData AnalysisChange Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsPersonal OrganizationPlanning SkillsBusiness Acumen

Tools & Technologies

MS 365 ToolsDigital Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

Engineering QualificationsTechnical QualificationsBusiness Qualifications

Industry Keywords

Vehicle Operations Manufacturing EngineeringProgramme ApprovalCost-Reduction AlternativesProduction-Method Economics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manufacturing project planning for product programmes and associated cost studies ahead of programme approval for European sites.
Analyse specified programme content regarding changes, affected departments, alternative sites, depth of production, degree of automation and required product information.
Define study assumptions for Vehicle Operations Manufacturing Engineering and prepare, issue and coordinate responses to relevant Project Preparation Request (PPR).
Investigate and optimize programme cost in current running/in-flight programmes and part studies regarding compatibility.
Prepare business cases (make/buy studies) to support programme profitability.
Identify and implement corrections as required.
Monitor and assess cost impact on programmes from product and process changes; develop alternatives with calculations, assess cost-reduction alternatives, and track/report cost development.
Analyse planned changes for need and production-method economics; develop cost-efficient alternatives with relevant areas.
Analyse complex communication processes and process-optimization opportunities between programme areas; define new processes where required.
Analyse and prepare data to compare cost effects.
Support the Supervisor, Vehicle Operations and Senior Analyst in delivering programme requirements and approval cadence.
Support preparation of strategy briefing documents and Gateway review papers for programme approval under Senior Analyst guidance.
Support change management by tracking, collecting manufacturing-impact effects, and reporting them properly and timely.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Engineering, technical and business qualifications.
Experience in VME, Project management, Manufacturing Operations, Finance is desired.
Awareness and understanding of manufacturing processes and technologies.
Skilled in financial analysis.
Good personal and communication skills.
Excellent administrative, planning and personal organization skills.
Good knowledge of MS 365 tools and digital solutions, driving improvements in data handling, process/workflow automation and information sharing across stakeholders.
Business acumen.
Advanced English level.