Ford

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In this position... This role offers a unique opportunity to tackle Model e’s most complex and ambiguous strategic challenges head-on. As a key workstream leader, you will be at the forefront of shaping the long-term direction of a critical business unit of Ford with high visibility to leadership. This role will involve strategic planning, market analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure our EV strategies align with market demands and contribute to company growth. This position is ideal for a strategic thinker and hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. What you'll do... Generate hypotheses: Rigorously and analytically frame and structure the problem-solving process across topics on your assigned work stream(s), working with strategy leadership and/or stakeholders. Structure and solve the problem: Determine the most efficient and effective approach to solve complex problems. Collaborate with engineering, product development, marketing, and finance teams to define strategic roadmaps and prioritize initiatives Conduct analyses: Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify key trends, customer needs, and opportunities for strategic differentiation. Lead the evaluation of potential partnerships, acquisitions, and new business models. Synthesize and generate recommendations: Synthesize compelling insights from complex analysis with an ability to draw out and prioritize key conclusions and independently develop sound recommendations on key initiatives or operational improvements Communicate effectively and persuasively: Prepare and present strategic insights and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with corporate goals Check & Act: Monitor and respond to industry trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements to ensure our strategies remain competitive and compliant. Develop metrics and KPIs to track the performance of strategic initiatives and inform necessary adjustments. You'll have... Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, or related field. Proven track record of 5+ years successfully launching and scaling innovative projects or businesses, preferably in the automotive or technology sectors. Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally as needed. Proven experience leading high impact cross-functional projects at global scale, working with various levels of the organization. Inherently curious, analytically inclined and love solving complex problems. Strong entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results in a rapidly evolving industry. Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills to build consensus and mobilize teams towards shared goals. Analytical prowess with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations. Track record of challenging the status quo, being self-driven, and bringing creative solutions to lead the resolution of complex issues. Basic understanding of electric vehicle technologies, market dynamics, and regulatory landscape. Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. Even better, you may have... MBA or advanced degree preferred. Proven track record of 8+ years successfully launching and scaling innovative projects or businesses, preferably in the automotive or technology sectors. This description outlines the general nature and scope of work typically performed in this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, work requirements, etc. It may vary slightly based on business or geographic needs and is subject to being reviewed and updated periodically. You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: • 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 and more • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases • Tuition assistance • Established and active employee resource groups • Paid time off for individual and team community service • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $112,680-200,000. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6 Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-MG3