Material Protect Specialist - Dearborn, MI

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We are seeking a highly analytical Material Protect Specialist to contribute to critical initiatives that enhance the resilience and efficiency of our global supply chain. Be part of one of the fastest-moving organizations within Ford that sets the benchmark for standard work and efficiency. Working in the Supply Operations Team (SOT) means being a high performer who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-pressure environment. This role is pivotal in developing / optimizing processes, coaching / training, and managing key strategic projects that proactively identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure continuity of Ford Production. This is a highly cross-functional role, where you will serve as a primary liaison between the SOT, Purchasing, MP&L (Material Planning & Logistics), STA (Supplier Technical Assistance), SRM (Supplier Risk Management), IT and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution, fostering an environment of high collaboration and accountability.

Responsibilities:
Business Process Optimization & Training Leadership:

• Design, develop, and implement optimized business processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs) that reduce bureaucracy, increase speed, and enhance operational efficiency of the strategic stockpile process.
• Take ownership of the parts bank build/stockpile procedure, ensuring effective deployment, adoption, and continuous refinement based on performance data and feedback.
• Develop, deliver, and continuously improve comprehensive training programs and materials (e.g., workshops, guides, e-learning modules) for SOT team members and cross-functional partners on new tools, optimized processes, and best practices.
• Lead Strategic Stockpile Help Desk for SOT and cross-functional stakeholders to ask questions on process/procedures/tools.  
• Coach and mentor team members on new processes, tools, and best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and High-Impact Stakeholder Management:
• Provide guidance on the strategic stockpile process and where to find/gather the information required to complete forms and attain appropriate approvals.
• Serve as a primary liaison between Purchasing, MP&L (Material Planning & Logistics), STA (Supplier Technical Assistance), SRM (Supply Risk Management), and other relevant stakeholders in strategic stockpile /bank build execution.
• Facilitate discussions and workshops with cross-functional teams to align on process changes, project requirements, training needs, and execution.
• AND MORE...