Regional Transportation Manager

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world‑class, state‑of‑the‑art smart vehicles we’re known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to increase our efficiency. You’ll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love. Regional Transportation Manager will be responsible for all parts inbound to Ford plants moved via premium truck and air providers and assist in rack return movements back to Ford internal and Tier 1 suppliers. The RTM will drive cost improvements in their business roles. Responsibilities Implement freight efficiencies to achieve calendarized and annualized targets (10%) Develop logistics commodity strategies with the Transportation Purchasing Organization (5%) Manage, track, and escalate critical premium freight moves, including consistent monitoring of the 10 am premium logistics provider chat (20%) Manage metrics and performance of the premium freight bid board solution (10%) Support TPO in helping carriers react to changes at the least cost (5%) Manage inbound freight cost by identifying and implementing improvements and tracking physicals (5%) Audit and dispute logistics provider billing discrepancies via bid board processes (5%) Interface with Plant Group Managers and MP&L Managers to manage logistics‑related issues between plants, suppliers, and carriers (2%) Monitor Cube utilization, brokering, add/cancel metrics, rack return-to-plan (5%) Interface with Lead Logistics Provider to ensure quality and timely delivery of services (10%) Lead launch of Bid Board 2.0 Process to ensure competition in premium provider space (20%) Maintain or improve the 5.8 sigma rating for the overall quality performance level for production disruptions (3%) Qualifications 1+ years of experience interfacing with plant personnel and cross‑functional teams (MP&L, Purchasing, Lead Logistics Providers) 1+ years of Parts Follow Up experience 1+ years of experience using CMMS Strong understanding of MP&L systems (CMMS, Data Warehouse) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) Travel required to the plants the RTM supports; weekend work may be required on an exception basis Preferred Extras Experience within the NAML organization or SCM preferred, and strong knowledge of logistics operations Experience leading resolution of plant, supplier, carrier, and other MP&L issues to ensure plant production Strong analytical skills, including experience with Alteryx, Power BI, and/or Tableau Self‑motivation, strong time‑management skills, emotional resilience, and ability to work under pressure Plant experience preferred Benefits Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp‑up programs, subsidized backup child care Family‑building benefits: adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments Vehicle discount program for employees and family members; management leases Tuition assistance Active employee resource groups Paid time off for community service, generous paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day Paid time off and option to purchase additional vacation time This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $72,480–$121,440. It is also available as a grade 7 ($84,480–$141,360) or grade 8 ($96,720–$162,120). Final determination of salary grade will be based on the candidate’s skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope and responsibility. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. This position is hybrid. Candidates who are within commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ford Motor Company