Ford Motor Company
Job Description
In this position you will serve as a key member of the Product Alliances global team, managing Ford’s vehicle and component alliances with OEMs and JV partners throughout the product and engineering lifecycle.
Responsibilities
Serve as a key member of the Product Alliances global team, managing Ford’s vehicle and component alliances with OEMs and JV partners throughout the product and engineering lifecycle.
Align with Corporate Strategy and Partnership teams on global alliance activities.
Coordinate contract negotiations, documentation, and amendments with internal and external legal teams.
Build effective relationships with external alliance managers to facilitate efficient collaboration.
Work cross‑functionally with internal departments such as Tech Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Product Development, Purchasing, Marketing, Manufacturing, Finance, Government Affairs, Public Affairs, and Office of General Council to manage alliances and resolve issues.
Organize and manage alliance governance meetings and internal reviews.
Contribute to the development and dissemination of best practices for product alliance team.
Qualifications
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Software, or Computer Engineering; or an equivalent degree.
5+ years of experience with embedded software development or similar software environment.
5+ years of experience with a software development environment.
5+ years of familiarity with product development, finance, and purchasing processes.
Even Better
M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Software or Computer Engineering, or an equivalent degree.
+10 years of experience with embedded software development or similar software environment.
Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and strategic thinking in dynamic environments.
Strong ability to communicate complex technical and business concepts to non‑experts.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Experience in project management, strategy, or planning.
Ability to travel to Ford and partner sites in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and China.
Experience with automated software development tools and Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment.
Proven experience in managing or developing external alliances.
Experience with Ford electrical architectures and subsystems.
Experience in multicultural teams is an asset.
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.
Position Details This position is a Leadership Level 6. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP1
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.
This position is hybrid (onsite four days per week) for candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location or remote for non‑local candidates.
Feel free to apply if you can bring value to Ford Motor Company even if you don’t check every box.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a key member of the Product Alliances global team, managing Ford’s vehicle and component alliances with OEMs and JV partners throughout the product and engineering lifecycle.
Align with Corporate Strategy and Partnership teams on global alliance activities.
Coordinate contract negotiations, documentation, and amendments with internal and external legal teams.
Build effective relationships with external alliance managers to facilitate efficient collaboration.
Work cross‑functionally with internal departments such as Tech Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Product Development, Purchasing, Marketing, Manufacturing, Finance, Government Affairs, Public Affairs, and Office of General Council to manage alliances and resolve issues.
Organize and manage alliance governance meetings and internal reviews.
Contribute to the development and dissemination of best practices for product alliance team.
Qualifications
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Software, or Computer Engineering; or an equivalent degree.
5+ years of experience with embedded software development or similar software environment.
5+ years of experience with a software development environment.
5+ years of familiarity with product development, finance, and purchasing processes.
Even Better
M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Software or Computer Engineering, or an equivalent degree.
+10 years of experience with embedded software development or similar software environment.
Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and strategic thinking in dynamic environments.
Strong ability to communicate complex technical and business concepts to non‑experts.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Experience in project management, strategy, or planning.
Ability to travel to Ford and partner sites in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and China.
Experience with automated software development tools and Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment.
Proven experience in managing or developing external alliances.
Experience with Ford electrical architectures and subsystems.
Experience in multicultural teams is an asset.
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.
Position Details This position is a Leadership Level 6. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP1
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.
This position is hybrid (onsite four days per week) for candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location or remote for non‑local candidates.
Feel free to apply if you can bring value to Ford Motor Company even if you don’t check every box.
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