What you’ll be able to do:

 

Take ownership of providing cost estimation support for new product sourcing efforts. You will enable teams to leverage data-driven insights in negotiations. As a key player in cross-functional teams, you will assess the cost implications of changes across products, operations, engineering, and processes to ensure that cost efficiency remains a top priority by offering detailed analysis and clear recommendations. Take charge of contributing to the development and documentation of scalable processes that capture the organization’s best practices for cost management and estimation. Lead competitive vehicle benchmarking efforts, providing insightful data that informs the development of future product models and target costs. demonstrate strong communication and presentation skills to deploy and embed critical best practices across the organization.

Our preferred requirements:

 

Value Engineering and project management experience Ability to turn data into insights using Power BI, R, and/or Python is a plus Ability to take ownership and deliver end-product with minimal supervision Ability to independently organize, document, plan and execute simultaneous projects while aligning with business priorities. Proficiency using Atlassian (Jira / Confluence), and Microsoft Office Proficiency using 3DExperience

 

What you’ll receive in return: 
As part of the Ford family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition. 
 
If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility, we’d love to have you join us. 
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. Visa sponsorship is available for this position. 
 
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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. 
 
At Ford, the health and safety of our employees is our top priority.  Vaccination has been proven to play a critical role in combating COVID-19.  As a result, Ford has made the decision to require U.S. salaried employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless employees require an accommodation for religious or medical reasons.  Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen.  As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or an approved medical or religious exemption. 

The minimum requirements we seek:

 

BS/MS degree in relevant technical discipline  3+ years of proven experience in a cost analysis or supply chain role, ideally within a product development or manufacturing environment. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.