SC - CST Specialist

Responsible for resolving a caseload of operationally and financially distressed production suppliers. Develops and delivers risk mitigation strategies aimed at protecting Ford’s Vehicle and Powertrain production plants. Executes interim and permenant corrective actions with supplier(s) to ensure robust supply signal to Ford Motor Company, and alignment with Ford’s Supply Chain Organization's business objectives. Position communicates to all levels of the organization, within the function as well as other functions and suppliers.

Ability to assess complex supply chain issues, lead cross functional teams, and develop creative solutions to minimize vehicle production losses.

Helps facilitate decision to deploy onsite Ford resources when suppliers’ risk profile deems necessary

Resolve complex capacity constraints to resolution with goal of eliminating potential plant disruptions and associated premium transportation.

• Assess supplier schedules and impact on Ford’s Vehicle Assembly and Powertrain production.

Assess metrics supporting supplier critical issues or sufficiency plan resolution.

Summarize complex issues with resolutions and effectively communicate to leadership.

• Ability toproblem solve and implement new and innovative strategies.
• Back up the Ford Director when needed and provide managerial oversight of the Specialists.

Experience in Manufacturing Operations

A strong understanding of manufacturing processes, throughput and program management experience is required.

Travel will be limited, but may be required from time-to-time.

Strong leadership and communication skills are necessary to be successful in this position.

• Ability to prepare and present material to Senior Leadership effectively.
• High levelof analytical ability where problems are unusual, difficult, or complex.
• Ability to lead problem solving activities and manage resolution targets.
• Ability to handle multiple time-sensitive and urgent matters.

Anticipates business needs and is comfortable dealing with ambiguity.

Ability to assess complex supply chain issues, lead cross functional teams, and develop creative solutions to minimize vehicle production losses.

Ability to be flexible and at times work extended and non-core hours to ensure issues are worked to resolution.

• Deep understanding of Supply Chain functions.

• Job Identification 58276
• Job Category Supply Chain
• Posting Date 02/02/2026, 04:20 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1 American Rd, Dearborn, MI, 48126, US (Hybrid)