Transportation Systems Lead

Ford Motor Company

. Develop and maintain a 3–5 year transportation systems strategy aligned with corporate growth and sustainability goals .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeChennai • IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing transportation systems strategies that align with corporate growth and sustainability goals, while ensuring regulatory compliance and effective vendor management. Proficient in utilizing data visualization tools and project management methodologies to drive system performance and process improvements.

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Transportation Management System (TMS)Data Visualization (Power BI, Tableau)Project Management (Agile, PMP Certification)EDI/API IntegrationsVendor Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Cost-Benefit AnalysisROI ProjectionsSystem ImplementationEmerging Logistics TrendsAutonomous LogisticsAI-Driven RoutingIoT-Enabled VisibilityKPI DevelopmentProcess ImprovementsRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional Team LeadershipInfluencing Executive-Level StakeholdersProactive Problem SolvingCommunication SkillsTraining Development

Tools & Technologies

Oracle TMSSAP TMSBlue YonderProject Management SoftwareDashboards

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

TransportationLogisticsSupply Chain ManagementAutomotiveIndustrial Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

IoTOraclePMPTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain a 3–5 year transportation systems strategy aligned with corporate growth and sustainability goals
Monitor emerging logistics trends, including autonomous logistics, AI-driven routing, and IoT-enabled visibility
Conduct cost-benefit analyses and ROI projections for new system investments
Lead RFP processes, vendor evaluations, and pilot programs for transportation software and hardware
Act as project manager for large-scale implementations, ensuring milestones are delivered on time and within budget
Partner with IT, Procurement, Legal, Finance, and Purchasing on system implementation, data integration, and security compliance
Develop training programs and documentation to support adoption
Own system performance, troubleshooting, and vendor relationship management
Create dashboards and KPIs covering cost per mile, on-time delivery, fuel efficiency, and carbon footprint
Audit system usage, identify feature gaps, and implement process improvements or system upgrades
Ensure systems support regulatory compliance and safety requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field
7–12 years of experience in transportation or logistics, preferably automotive
At least 4 years specifically focused on implementing and managing transportation technology (TMS, YMS, real-time visibility, etc.)
Experience leading at least one enterprise-wide system implementation from inception to “go-live”
Knowledge of Tier 1 TMS, such as Oracle, SAP, or Blue Yonder
Strong ability to work with data visualization tools such as Power BI and Tableau
Solid understanding of EDI/API integrations
Proficiency in project management software and methodologies, including Agile; PMP certification is mentioned
Ability to see the big picture while maintaining technical detail
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence executive-level stakeholders
Proactive approach to identifying system bottlenecks and developing technical solutions