Operations Manager

Ford Motor Company

. Oversee NAVL and Ford Pro vehicle logistics operations .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $112,680 - $212,760 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in overseeing vehicle logistics operations, optimizing processes, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency. Proficient in data analysis, communication, and decision-making to drive improvements in logistics performance and stakeholder engagement.

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Vehicle Logistics Operations ManagementProcess Design and OptimizationData Analysis and ReportingCross-Functional CollaborationMaterial Planning and Logistics (MP&L)

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Hard Skills

Logistics Process EngineeringExcel ProficiencyPowerPoint ProficiencyRoot-Cause AnalysisKPI Dashboard DevelopmentAI Tools UtilizationTransit Performance OptimizationInventory ManagementOperational ReadinessComplex Problem Solving

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsDecision-Making AbilityInfluencing ChangeMultitasking Ability

Tools & Technologies

Logistics Visibility ToolsFord System QLSFord System AVS

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

OEMAIAGPlant OperationsCommercial Fleet AccountsFord Pro Business Models

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee NAVL and Ford Pro vehicle logistics operations
Direct full lifecycle vehicle logistics operations, ensuring vehicles are routed, processed, upfitted, and delivered to dealer, commercial, and retail customers
Design and continuously optimize Ship-Thru, Drop Ship, and Upfitter networks
Lead operational readiness, process design, and launch execution for commercial fleet accounts, new vehicle lines, and evolving Ford Pro business models
Provide operational oversight during weekends, off-shifts, and holidays to align with plant production schedules
Engineer and implement logistics processes to eliminate bottlenecks, reduce transit and dwell times, and minimize finished vehicle inventory aging
Track and optimize ETA accuracy, milestone reliability, transit performance, and miss-ship prevention
Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions for miss-ships, routing errors, inventory discrepancies, and system disruptions
Collaborate with plants, carriers, upfitters, suppliers, railroads, and 3PL providers
Deliver executive briefings, KPI dashboards, business cases, and operational reviews for NAVL and Ford Pro senior leadership
Coach, mentor, and guide cross-functional teams
Oversee operational reviews, DCC/ZCC reporting, and action-plan tracking
Govern logistics expenditures, premium freight, spot-buy authorizations, cost recovery, and budgets
Partner with IT and software vendors to define requirements, deploy logistics visibility tools, and lead multi-plant technology rollouts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to speak or present to Senior Ford Leadership regularly
Ability to positively influence change
Ability to handle complexity and multitasking
Ability to work with cross-functional groups to resolve concerns
Strong organizational skills
Ability to make decisions and work independently
Proficiency in Excel (required)
Proficiency in PowerPoint (required)
Analytics/data-mining mindset
Experience leveraging AI tools to enhance work productivity
Ford system QLS and AVS understanding preferred
Experience interfacing with Ford departments such as FCSD, Marketing & Sales, Finance, and Plants preferred
Experience interfacing with industry groups such as other OEMs and AIAG preferred
Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L) experience highly preferred
Plant Operations understanding highly preferred
Approximately 25% travel; overnight travel may be required when assigned plants are outside Southeast Michigan
Ability to attend meetings with Ford teams around the globe requiring early or late arrivals and departures
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care
Parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up childcare
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