Ford Customization DIO Strategy Analyst managing product lifecycle elements from business development through vehicle launch and marketing. Collaborating with cross-functional teams for successful project execution.
Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional teams including but not limited to finance, purchasing, planning, program management, engineering, manufacturing to resolve issues related to DIO items.
Establish, publish, and manage project metrics to ensure quality execution
Coordinate action plans to resolve project issues
Coordinate timely updating of Program Management Analyst DIO tracking files to ensure pricing files are updated on time.
Support all appropriate Product Development team meetings to provide status on FC projects
Ensure Order guides, PDLs and Ford Build and Price all match for each vehicle lines DIO items.
Update SDS team with forecasts for new DIO accessories 3 months prior to launch.
SME for DIO processes within the department.
Work with Ford Customization process team leads to develop new DIO processes as necessary
Analyze DIO accessory sales versus objectives and determine areas of opportunity for further sales.
Assess competitors portfolio and determine if our offerings are competitive in pricing, offering, etc.
Responsible for maintaining the Master List of DIO content and ensuring the appropriate PM Analysts input is completed.
Run down new DIO ideas for viability, including feasibility of offering.
Assist with PCR input/maintenance for DIO Wheels
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
5+ years of experience with product development, product launch process, vehicle integration, etc.
3+ years of Product Marketing, Program Management and/or Planning experience.
Availability to work hybrid (4 days in Dearborn & 1 day optional remote)
Comfortable presenting to members of senior management
Prior Product Marketing, Program Management and / or Planning experience.
Knowledge and understanding of automotive aftermarket, vehicle dealerships - particularly in sales/service of vehicle accessories / personalization.
Technical knowledge and understanding of a vehicle (exterior and interior).
Strong Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to, Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint and Visio.
Project / Program Management Skills with a strength in managing multiple projects.
Automotive Field experience including dealership interaction a plus.
Experience with business case development including financial analytics.
Understanding of Ford GPDS timing and milestone requirements.
Strong written and verbal presentation skills required for internal management interaction and cross-functional team meeting facilitation.
Self-motivation, enthusiastic, open minded and a team player.
Analytical thinking with ability to embrace process disciplines.
Benefits
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.
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