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? Our Marketing, Sales & Service organization advances the Ford reputation as a visionary vehicle and mobility services company and helps deliver a trusted customer experience. Use your marketing, sales and service expertise to turn data-driven insights into innovative solutions that enhance sales and customer loyalty. Join us and be the eyes, ears and voice of Ford. **In this position...** As the Social Media Manager, you will create and execute winning social media strategies to amplify Ford's motorsports achievements and promote our performance vehicles specifically on Ford Performance social media channels. This involves developing compelling content, fostering strong community engagement, growing our audience, and monitoring social media performance across these channels. **What you'll do…** + Develop and implement social media strategy for Ford Performance social channels, including: + Instagram + Facebook + X + YouTube + Threads + TikTok + LinkedIn + Manage content creation and curation, leveraging Ford Performance assets, including vehicles, teams, drivers, activation assets, etc. + Monitor and engage followers + Document patterns across all platforms + Foster and sustain engagement through content + Assess and track data and metrics across all platforms + Foster relationships and collaborate with social managers responsible for social strategies at sanctioning bodies, race teams, driver organizations and other relevant partner organizations + Develop, execute and manage Influencer/Content Creator strategy + Work cross-functionally with Engineering/Ford Social/Comms/Global Markets/Licensing/Dealer Relations/Design /Retail Marketing/Product Marketing/etc. to support social strategy + Set clear Social Media goals/KPIs, plus monitor and track metrics + Manage and support on-site program efforts specific to social media efforts + Supervise and guide agency work dedicated to supporting Ford Performance’s social media platforms + Represent the company at Ford Performance events – trackside and non-track functions + Prepare presentations on social media initiatives, to be shared with Executive Leadership team (all the way up to company CEO) + Study and research social media trends to apply and/or integrate into Ford Performance strategy **You'll have…** + Bachelor’s degree in internet marketing, journalism or related field + 5-10 year’s work experience in the field of marketing + Proven experience working within the Social space, focusing on channels related to motorsports or sports + Possess strong understanding of the industry, team/driver management + Thorough understanding and proficient on Social Media practices and trends + Strong presentation skills + Highly motivated self-starter with excellent communication skills and a flexible approach to working hours + Strong program management skills, with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously + Experience delivering results on-time and within budget **Other Information:** + Heavy travel will be required – domestic and international + Weekend and/or evening hours expected 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 a leadership level 6. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6NonHTHD 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-LS1 **Requisition ID** : 41023