Materials Management Platform is a Multi-year transformation initiative aimed at transforming Ford's Materials Mana Requirement Planning & Inventory Management capabilities. This is part of a larger Industrial Systems IT Transformation effort. This Delivery Manager will be responsible for the deployment of SAP modules specifically PP, MM & PP-DS and adjacent modules (Integration) across our global manufacturing locations.

　　Responsibilities

　　Understand the current business process across all regions / plants

　　Understand the functionality of current Legacy MPR and associated upstream and downstream systems

　　Work with various stakeholders to study transforming current process / legacy systems to Industry best standards / technology/ systems focusing on SAP PP / MM module

　　Deliver conference room pilots to understand the as-is to-be and identify key functionality / process gaps

　　Recommend possible technology / process solution to address the gap

　　Develop implementation roadmap without impacting the current operations

　　Lead the global template creation along with system integrator and SAP with minimal customization

　　Set up governance layer to confine / control plant specific process changes and necessary customization

　　Understand SAP Licensing model and provide recommendation for optimal licensing leading to minimal cost

　　Partner with Infrastructure and Architecture team for infrastructure sizing and continuously optimize

　　Work with business office and / or purchasing to ensure issues of PO and / or SOW on time

　　Optimize resource planning with the right mix of Ford, Agency, SAP and System Integrator

　　Device a robust plan to skill up Ford / Agency resources for implementation without system integrator after initial few plants

　　Secure funding for implementing SAP MRP across all plants

　　Deploy SAP S4 MRP (PP & MM) across various sites globally and integrate with both legacy & other best in breed applications

　　Meet the committed launch timing across various plants

　　Coach / train the team on SAP PP / MM business process and configurations

　　Provide recommendations for continuous improvement

　　Device plan and execute support model post launch

　　Qualifications

　　Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in computer science, engineering or related disciplines, MCA

　　10+ years of progressive responsibilities in SAP PP / MM

　　Industry process knowledge, solution expertise, consultation skills in SAP PP & MM module

　　Experience in deployment of SAP PP & MM module in both new and exciting sites

　　Experience in SAP PP & MM module configuration

　　Experience working in SAP S4 Hana environment

　　Experience in integrating with SIEMENS PLM / other PLM, KENAXIS tools etc.

　　End to end implementation and Support of SAP PP & MM across both new sites and existing sites

　　Should have handled a team of 8+ resources

　　Handled / worked with global teams

　　Automotive experience is preferred

　　Support in an onshore/offshore model is preferred

　　Overall SAP S/4 knowledge

　　Respect and empathy for team members, business partner and product customer

　　Excellent at problem solving and prevention.

　　Knowledge of software design patterns

　　Knowledge and practical experience of agile delivery

　　Demonstrated ability to deliver product roadmap milestones

　　What you’ll receive in return :

　　As part of the Ford family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings, and stock investment plans, incentive compensation, and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

　　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. Visa sponsorship will not be available for this position.

　　We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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.

　　For information on Ford's salary and benefits, please visit:

　　https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2024-benefits-and-comp-LL6-sal-plan-2.pdf

　　Requisition ID : 22692