Ford Racing Program Management - Sourcing Workstream Analyst

Job-ID: 74082Category: PD Operations and QualityLocation: Allen Park, MI, United StatesWorkplace: HybridSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-11-10Preferred Degree: Bachelor of Business AdministrationRacing is where our story began.In 1901, Henry Ford climbed into a car he built himself—"Sweepstakes"—and beat America's most famous driver. He wasn't a racer, but he had to win. He did. Ford Motor Company was born from that victory.That fighting spirit lives on in Ford Racing today. We're the engineers, strategists, and competitors who bring Ford's track-tested edge into every vehicle we build. Every track, every stage, every proving ground—that's where we prove ourselves.The result: one of the world's most iconic brands, legendary nameplates, and a team unmatched in the industry.Our mantra: Race to win, engineer to lead.If you're a competitor, innovator, or performance obsessive, Ford Racing is where you belong. Help us write the next chapter.In this position... You'll be part of the team working on the next elite niche production vehicle in the Ford Racing portfolio of high-performance vehicles.You'll be part of a small nimble team with significant exposure to Chief, Director and senior leadership.You're the ideal candidate if you have prior program management or purchasing experience working for an OEM on a major forward model vehicle program.This role is hybrid and requires at least 4 days per week onsite in Allen Park, MI.QualificationsYou'll have...Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.3 years' experience working with or supporting purchasing/sourcing processes, including contract development or supplier onboarding.Even better, you may have...Experience sourcing or contracting with suppliers new to Ford or in a non-standard sourcing environment.Experience supporting GPDS milestones, gateway reviews, or program launch readiness.Familiarity with Ford's purchasing and sourcing systems or processes. Strong organizational and negotiation skills, with attention to detail when managing contract terms and supplier commitments.Ability to work cross-functionally and drive tasks to closure without direct authority.Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.Strong written and oral communication skills for interfacing with suppliers and internal stakeholders.A passion for Ford Racing products and motorsports.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 salary grade 5 - 8 and ranges from $65,100-$166,200. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.Internal applicants: moving into this role may result in an adjustment to your current compensation based on the posted pay range for this role, taking into consideration your qualifications and other relevant factors.For more information on salary and benefits, click here.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 View phone number on click.appcast.io.This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #FR1 #LI-LC2ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...Lead the supplier sourcing workstream for forward model program commodities, ensuring suppliers are onboarded in time to support the start of the engineering phase.Author non-standard sourcing contracts for suppliers new to Ford, coordinating terms and requirements with the Purchasing team.Serve as the primary interface between the Program Management team, Purchasing, and suppliers to align on scope, timing, and deliverables.Track supplier commitments and program milestones, escalating risks and driving issues to resolution to protect program timing.Coordinate cross-functionally with Engineering, Program Management and Purchasing to ensure sourcing decisions reflect program requirements and readiness needs.