We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? In this position... As a Manager of Indirect Supply Chain Systems, you will design and execute the future vision for technology used in purchasing Indirect goods and services. We seek someone with a background in purchasing/supply chain and an interest in technology. You will collaborate with IT and Operations stakeholders to deliver solutions that support our strategic plans and manage current systems while focusing on digital transformation. + Collaborate with Indirect Purchasing buyers, leadership, and IT stakeholders to create and execute a detailed Aurora (SAP Ariba) roadmap. + Enhance the current IT systems for the Indirect Supply Chain organization, ensuring they align with strategic and operational plans across the enterprise. + Convert Indirect supply chain requirements into technical solutions, from prototyping and testing to scaling and global deployment, in partnership with IT stakeholders. + Manage a team of three employees based in the USA. + Work with various internal and external partners, including IT, Data Analytics, Product Development, Global Business partners, and Suppliers. + Utilize strong data analytic skills to optimize value, improve quality, delivery, and cost throughout the organization You'll have... • Bachelor's degree in a related field • 5-10 years in Indirect purchasing or Source-to-pay systems • Strong business acumen for driving transformations and change management • Critical thinking to identify gaps and propose innovative solutions • Proficiency in data analytics for continuous improvement in Supply Chain Even better, you may have... • Strong leadership and presentation skills • Ability to communicate complex scenarios clearly • Proven ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders • Experience managing ambiguity to define objectives and drive accountability 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. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP1 This position is a range of salary grades 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. Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. #LI-Hybrid #LI-KH2 **Requisition ID** : 45448