Vehicle Logistics Analyst

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As a NAVL Operations Analyst, you will play a critical role within Ford’s Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L) organization. You will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the vehicle distribution network, ensuring vehicles are efficiently transported from destination rail ramps to their final destinations. This role requires a strategic thinker who can manage daily logistics operations, collaborate with third-party service providers, analyze logistics data to drive continuous improvement, and manage costs.

You will act as a key liaison between carrier partners, yard operators, and internal Ford business units to ensure our vehicles reach customers safely and on schedule.

• Daily Oversight:
  Lead day-to-day operations and vehicle movement across multiple US destination rail ramps to ensure shipping schedules align with distribution plans.
• Inventory Control:
  Partner with yard operators and car haul carriers to develop and execute daily lift plans, keeping ramp inventories strictly below standard targets.
• Dwell & Aging Mitigation:
  Monitor daily vehicle dwell times for all VINs at assigned ramps; proactively identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to keep dwell times below target.
• Inventory Reconciliation:
  Reconcile inventory flow issues and resolve vehicle aging concerns at the ramps.

• Performance Tracking:
  Monitor carrier performance against contractual agreements, driving accountability and escalating non-performing carriers to Transportation Purchasing when necessary.
• Contract Enforcement:
  Manage and enforce the 10-day chargeback process for carriers aligned with updated contract terms.
• Cost Optimization:
  Manage expenditures to reduce premium freight spending and ensure budget compliance. Lead or support individual and team-based Cost Savings Projects.

• Network Optimization:
  Analyze transit data using Freight Verify and other logistics platforms to identify network bottlenecks, reduce Time In Transit (TIT), and drive network efficiencies.
• KPI Development:
  Develop, maintain, and utilize tracking metrics and analytical tools to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and support data-driven decision-making.

• Stakeholder Support:
  Serve as a primary point of contact and support requests for key business units, including Ford Pro, Lincoln, Model E, and Ford Blue.
• Cross-Functional Alignment:
  Collaborate with internal Ford departments (FCSD, Sales & Marketing, Finance, and Assembly Plants) as well as external industry groups (other OEMs, AIAG) to resolve logistics challenges.

• Bachelor degree in Supply Chain, logistics, Material Planning or related degree; or a combination of equivalent experience and education.
• 2 plus years of experience in Logistics
  
  Experience:
  
  Proven experience in Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L) or supply chain operations.
• 2 plus years of experience Manufacturing/Plant Awareness: A solid understanding of plant operations and automotive manufacturing workflows.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence and ability to regularly present operational updates and strategies to Senior Leadership.
• Problem Solving & Autonomy:
  Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills, with a proven ability to make independent decisions, handle complexity, and resolve issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Influence &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Ability to positively influence change and work collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

• 4 plus years of experience in Logistics
  
  Experience:
  
  Proven experience in Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L) or supply chain operations.
• 4 plus years of experience Manufacturing/Plant…