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?Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!Position is full-time, HYBRID, and requires employees adapt a hybrid schedule. Minimum requirement is three days per week in Dearborn PDC office.This position encompasses ownership responsibility for all PD- North America Graduate Programs and is highly collaborative. Position entails; day-to-day management of FCG, Intern, Co-Op, and PD Leadership Programs. Ideal candidate must enjoy working with, mentoring, and learning from others. Although new to the team and unfamiliar with position responsibilities, preferred candidate must be fearless and possess a willingness to jump right in. Individuals interested in applying for this position appreciate diversity in people and thinking. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with a supportive team, have fun at work and effect long-term, positive change. The individual selected for this position will have direct oversight for evolving process and programs to ensure our future leaders have a remarkable experience.
Establish total size for upcoming year programs aligned to corporate priorities. Draft hiring target proposal by organization, garner alignment with HR / Functional business partners, seek final senior leadership approval
Prepare materials and facilitate reviews with Senior Leadership
Position number creation, and distribution to HR and cross-functional business partners
Employee onboarding, orientation, off-boardings, and HCM position management
Maintain expert files for active graduate program participants
Daily support for questions, guidance, and resolution of issues
Implement best practice solutions and streamline processes to reduce waste
Conduct quarterly survey (via SAM) to ensure roster remains aligned to reality of placement and employee status
Ensure highest level of Workforce Dashboard data integrity related to positions and attributes
Mentor/teach empowerment principles to new employees so they can be self-sufficient
Draft and present materials to all levels of leadership
Lead PDLP Advisory board meetings with senior leadership
Coordinate program rotations for candidates as required
Process off program FCG promotions, draft offer letters, and align with HR business partner
Partner with FCG steering committee for co-leading advisory board, FCG events
Business owner of FCG handbook including on-going updates, senior leadership endorsement and republication
Lead and support graduating Co-ops’ pursuit for FCG and direct fulltime positions
Create offer letters, facilitate conversions from supplemental to fulltime, calculate adjusted Ford Service Date
Manage/support Co-op placement, onboarding/offboarding, and rotations
Manage HCM new hire onboarding journey and all email communications with Co-ops, People Leaders, Mentors
Ensure completion of end of work term KU Survey, Ford Evaluation and Exit Checklist; submission of stipends and pay increases
Realign expectations for day-to-day support to eliminate non-value add work
On-going position attribute management and HR/BO partner support for position
Support talent management initiatives within the organization
Ensure compliance with employment labor laws
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience requiring comparable skill set
2+ years experiece with Profecency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
Excellent communication and people skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize workload effectively
Strong diligence and organizational skills
Adaptability to changing business demands and capacity to perform at an elevated level in a fast-paced working environment
Ability to work under minimal supervision, plan and prioritize workload
Ability to communicate effectively and confidently with all levels of leadership
Quickly learn to use people management software systems, e.g., HCM, Workforce Dashboard, Life@ford, IM2NE/IM1ne payroll
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 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.For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2024-benefits-and-comp-GSR-sal-plan-1.pdfThis position is a range of salary grades 7-8 .Relocation & 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 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. 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.#LI-hybridRequisition ID : 40452
