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Ford Motor Company is undergoing the greatest transformation in the company’s history, with the creation of dedicated, interdependent business units for the beloved, iconic brands that power the company’s ICE business (Ford Blue), the connected vehicles and software services that will enable Ford to lead the electrification revolution (Model e), the commercial vehicles and services that will ensure Ford stays No. 1 for business customers (Ford Pro), and the electrification of our 100-year old luxury brand business (Lincoln).

In this position…

Ford Communications serves as an accelerant for the company’s transformation, working to advance Ford’s business success and future vision through innovative, world-class communications that unlock new value. We seek to inspire a culture of excellence, focus and collaboration among our Ford team and partners; build the Ford brand and create desire for our products and services; demonstrate our commitment to create value for our stakeholders through our Ford+ plan; and establish our reputation as the world's most trusted company.

This role is hybrid out of Dearborn, Michigan, and relocation is available.

What you'll do...

• Develop and execute comprehensive communications strategies to achieve the objectives of the Supply Chain and Communications functions, working closely with the Chief Supply Chain Officer and other leaders of the function.

• Drive internal culture change through regular team engagements and effective communication.

• Build strong supplier relationships through strategic communications, impactful experiences, and effective speeches and presentations.

• Build Ford’s reputation as a well-managed company by earning media coverage for Ford’s Supply Chain wins and thought leadership, and managing risks as they arise.

• Serve as a liaison, employing Communications processes and assets (including narrative frameworks, visual assets and graphic design resources) to support the Supply Chain function’s strategic objectives.

• Lead Ford’s supplier communications policy approval process.

You’ll have …

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Affairs, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• 7+ years of professional experience in communications, demonstrating exceptional written and verbal communication skills and strong project management abilities.

Even better, you may have ...

• Proven track record of success in executing strategic communications efforts that achieved measurable results.

• Experience in internal communications and issues management, including crisis communications and change management.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in digital storytelling and tools, including social media platforms, content management systems, and digital analytics.

• Familiarity with the earned media landscape and prior experience working with journalists and influencers.

• Strong business acumen; be a strategic and creative thinker.

• Customer-centric decision-making ability.

• Strong judgment, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills, with proven project management expertise.

• A high standard of excellence.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Enthusiasm, a can-do attitude and a sense of urgency in a rapidly changing environment.

• Meticulous attention to detail and consistency.

• Ability to foster a culture of focus, excellence and collaboration.

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.

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-LL6-sal-plan-1.pdf) .

This position is a salary grade 6.

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.

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