Job Description

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world — together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

In this position…

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Supply Chain Learning & Development (L&D) Manager to lead training initiatives that enhance the skills, knowledge, and performance of our supply chain workforce. This role will design, implement, and manage learning programs to drive operational excellence, digital transformation, and continuous improvement across Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Risk. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a passion for talent development and a deep understanding of supply chain best practices.

A successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate a strong foundational understanding of the Supply Chain organization.
• Support the Supply Chain point of view on various special projects across the enterprise or within the organization, with the ability to understand the vision and translate into presentations that tell the story effectively.
• Monitor project progress, set deadlines, resolve issues that arise, and evaluate performance and effectiveness.
• Identify areas of opportunity, develop, and transform the Learning & Development experience.

Professional characteristics to be leveraged for successful delivery include:

• Comfortable leading and designing initiatives that are not fully defined or outlined and ability to show measurable success.
• Flexible and agile – ready to take on and lead opportunities as they present themselves through requests from Supply Chain leadership team or gaps identified within organization.
• Possess an always learning attitude, exhibit collaborative behaviors, ability to anticipate and view process improvements holistically to understand impact within organization and cross-functionally.
• Ability to communicate with executive leadership and prepare necessary, relevant material applicable and strategically designed to targeted audiences.
• Possess strong organizational skills with an ability to work well in dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

What you’ll do…

Learning & Development Strategy:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive learning strategy aligned with business and supply chain objectives.
• Identify skill gaps and create targeted training programs to upskill employees in supply chain operations, technology, and best practices.
• Stay ahead of industry trends to integrate cutting-edge learning methodologies and technologies.

Training Program Design & Delivery:

• Design and deliver engaging training programs, including e-learning, workshops, certifications, and on-the-job training.
• Develop instructional materials, job aids, and digital content tailored to supply chain roles.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to create customized learning solutions.

Technology & Digital Transformation:

• Leverage digital learning tools, learning management systems (LMS), and AI-driven training solutions to enhance workforce capabilities.
• Implement gamification, simulations, and hands-on learning experiences to improve retention and application of knowledge.
• Measure the impact of digital learning initiatives on employee performance and operational efficiency.

Talent Development & Succession Planning:

• Create career development pathways for supply chain professionals, ensuring a pipeline of future leaders.
• Support leadership development programs to equip managers with strategic decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate with HR and supply chain leadership to align training with talent retention and workforce planning initiatives.

Performance Measurement & Continuous Improvement:

• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure training effectiveness and business impact.
• Collect feedback from trainees and stakeholders to continuously improve learning programs.
• Use data analytics to assess skill development trends and adjust training strategies accordingly.

Qualifications

You’ll have…

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Education, or a related field.
• 7 – 10+ years of experience in supply chain, Education/Learning, or a related role.
• Experience with supply chain management systems and organizational areas (e.g., Direct, Indirect, Programs, FCSD, STA, SOT)
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Highly proficient use of Microsoft Tools (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Microsoft Teams, etc.)

Even better, you may have…

• Master’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or Education disciplines.
• 3 – 5+ years as a people leader within Supply Chain
• Knowledge of Learning & Development strategies

You 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 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 leadership level 6.

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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 1-888-336-0660.

About Organization

We don't just make history -- we make the future. Ford put the world on wheels over a century ago, and our teams are re-inventing icons and creating groundbreaking connected and electric vehicles for the next century. We believe in serving our customers, our communities, and the world. If you do, too, come move the world and make the future with us.

Ford is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. From our earliest days as a pioneer of modern transportation, we have sought to make the world a better place – one that benefits lives, communities and the planet. We are here to provide the means for every person to move and pursue their dreams, serving as a bridge between personal freedom and the future of mobility. In that pursuit, our 186,000 employees around the world help to set the pace of innovation every day.