Strategic Business Advisor

Ford Motor Company

. Synthesize product/service concepts, automotive marketplace insights, competitive data, and financial inputs into solution outlines and creative pathways .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,500 - $218,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in synthesizing product concepts and market insights into cohesive nomenclature solutions while ensuring cross-functional alignment and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to lead projects and manage feedback loops effectively in a matrix organization.

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Creative ManagementProduct StrategyCross-Functional AlignmentAnalytical SkillsExceptional Writing Skills

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Hard Skills

Innovation PlanningProgram ManagementNomenclature SolutionsDecision-MakingPresentation Skills

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsLeadership Without AuthorityStakeholder Management

Industry Keywords

Legal/IP ConstructsBrand ArchitecturePortfolio StrategyNaming SystemsAutomotive Marketplace Insights

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Synthesize product/service concepts, automotive marketplace insights, competitive data, and financial inputs into solution outlines and creative pathways
Translate product, service, experience, and commercial strategies into nomenclature solution briefs and consulting points of view
Challenge assumptions and guide planners and designers toward best-in-class nomenclature solutions
Help internal clients understand constraints and identify risks and opportunities
Lead intake examinations and project discovery sprints
Ensure alignment across product marketing and related departments on project stage gates and milestones
Integrate cross-functional inputs to ensure nomenclature solutions are sound, cohesive, and attainable
Manage feedback loops and stakeholder reviews
Consolidate inputs into presentation decks and materials for leadership reviews
Ensure consistency, quality, and clarity of nomenclature solution narratives
Partner with Ford Legal during trademark screening and clearance
Track nomenclature performance and solution readiness and help drive corrective actions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or related field
6+ years of experience in Creative Management, Innovation planning, Product Strategy, Program Management, or related areas
Exceptional writing and presentation skills
Strong ability to lead without direct authority in a matrix organization
Excellent analytical, decision-making, and communication skills
Proven experience driving cross-functional alignment and integration
Familiarity with legal/IP constructs, brand architecture, portfolio strategy, and naming systems
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
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up childcare
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 vacation time
Sick/personal time
Paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day