SAP Functional Product Designer

Job-ID: 66160Category: Enterprise TechnologyLocation: Dearborn, MI, United StatesWorkplace: HybridSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-16Preferred Degree: Master of EngineeringWe 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.Enterprise Technology plays a critical part in shaping the future of mobility. If you’re looking for the chance to leverage advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape, enhance customer experience and improve people’s lives, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help create vehicles that are as smart as you are.In this position...Ford Motor Company is seeking a highly experienced SAP Functional Product Designer (expert in SAP S4 HANA Sales and Distribution (SD) & Vehicle Management System (VMS)) for the Vehicle Invoicing and Drafting Application (VI&D). You must have 10+ years of solid technology experience with demonstrated technical leadership capability. Vehicle Invoicing and Drafting (VI&D) is a Mainframe/COBOL Legacy application which we are modernizing/transitioning to SAP, with the help of a Consulting Firm/System Integrator.Based in Dearborn, MI, this is a hybrid position with a required four-day onsite presence each week. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.QualificationsYou'll have...Bachelor of Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Programming or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience10+ years of IT experience7+ years of functional experience with SAP/S4 HANA with a keen ability to use SAP SD/Sales & Distribution, Vehicle Management System (VMS), and Invoicing Processes to modernize a complex legacy application in a fast-paced environment, using Agile Methodology5+ years designing, analyzing requirements, documenting functional specs, integration testing, implementing, trouble-shooting (within SLA Guidelines), and deploying SAP ERP solutions for sales and business transactions using SAP Sales and Distribution/Vehicle Management System (involving Pricing, billing, and Customer Service functions)5+ years of experience with the Agile Methodology or PDO Framework.Even better, you may have...Master’s degreeFormal SAP Training and/or SAP CertificationsFormal SAP Training and/or SAP CertificationsExtensive experience with large complex global SAP Implementations (from Requirements Gathering, Functional Spec Definition, Testing, and Deployment/Support)Capability and willingness to share knowledge, mentor, and train others that are new to the SAP journey Experience with COBOL or large complex legacy applicationsExperience with automotive or OEM domains, or similar experienceSuperior documentation and communication skillsStrong ability to drive requirements gathering sessions with Business PartnersSuperior technical competency with great initiative and strong technical leadership capabilityStrong can-do attitude with a natural ability to understand a complex Application and interconnections with upstream and downstream ApplicationsDemonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to a wide variety of advanced technologiesLogical/Critical ThinkerEmpowered, Independent, Problem Solver, Highly Analytical, Responsible and FriendlyTeam Player with an ability to share and train other team membersHighly capable in the midst of ambiguityExceptional communication Skills (Both verbal and written)Experienced in facilitating requirements definition discussions with Product OwnersProcess and Detail Oriented (with a keen understanding of the importance of security and controls)Creative (Out of the Box) ThinkerExperience with Jira and Agile MethodologyPrevious automotive industry experience and an understanding of the vehicle life cycle is highly desiredYou 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 coverageFlexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.This position is a salary grade 7 or 8 and ranges from $86,600- 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.For more information on salary and benefits, click here:Visa sponsorship is 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.#LI-Hybrid#LI-LA1 ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...Lead/Guide the SAP Modernization effort of VI&D utilizing your strong expertise in SAP S4 HANA Sales and Distribution (SD) & SAP Vehicle Management System (VMS) with Tax knowledgeLead/Guide the transition to SAP including all of the following: validate the solutioning of the System Integrators (design, build, test, & deployment), navigate the hyper-care phase, and facilitate the long-term support activities including future enhancements and upgradesEasily assimilate into the existing Global Team and will help to shape the modernization efforts of the Application.Maintain accurate systems related documentation and adhere to Systems coding/security standards in accordance with Ford Guidelines/ControlsEffectively engage in technical discussions within the Application Team, other iERP PDOs, and with other interfacing Applications.Strong ability to navigate new, complex, and challenging SAP technical situations with creative solutionsAbility to bridge Legacy Mainframe Systems with SAP/S4 Hana leading-edge technologyAnalyze complex problems/gaps and develop/identify the most viable and efficient SAP solutionsSuperior capability in analyzing complex business requirements, documenting /updating Functional Specs and can easily guide the Technical Teams in SAP CustomizationsStrong functional experience in supporting SAP upgrades, support, and maintenance of Sales and Distribution (SD) & SAP Vehicle Management System (VMS) modulesSuperior ability to quickly build relationships with people, including Software Engineers and Product OwnersDemonstrated ability to develop technical solutions, lead, and guide small teams through complex technical situations (Solid Technical Leadership abilities)