If good is just never good enough for you, Ford Quality shares your passion for striving for perfection. We’re responsible for driving the continuous improvement efforts that enable Ford to deliver the highest quality products and services. Help us drive operational excellence through such innovative, proprietary initiatives as our Global Product Development System, Quality Operating System and New Model Launch. Work cross-functionally and closely with integrated teams in Manufacturing, Product Development, Purchasing, Marketing, Sales and Service.

In this position...

The Senior Manager, Central Transformation, is a key leader responsible for operationalizing the enterprise-wide process transformation strategy. This role leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of standardized methodologies, tools, and best practices for process optimization across the organization. They will manage a portfolio of enterprise-level transformation programs, ensuring consistency, scalability, and adherence to the technical vision, ultimately driving significant and measurable improvements across the Industrial System.

You'll have...

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (e.g., Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical), Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 8-12+ years of progressive experience in operational excellence, continuous improvement, or business transformation roles within a large organization, with a focus on developing and deploying enterprise-wide standards.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex process improvement programs.
• Deep Expertise in Process Improvement Methodologies: Proven mastery and practical application of Lean Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, and other continuous improvement frameworks.
• Program & Project Management: Strong capabilities in leading and managing complex, enterprise-wide transformation programs from conception through completion.
• Methodology Development & Deployment: Demonstrated experience in developing, standardizing, and successfully deploying process improvement methodologies and tools across diverse organizational functions.
• Communication & Influence: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts, influence stakeholders at various levels, and drive adoption of new standards.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Proven ability to lead teams through influence, mentor practitioners, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of dissecting complex process challenges and developing scalable, practical solutions.
• Change Management: Strong understanding and application of change management principles to drive adoption of new methodologies and ways of working.
• Collaboration & Cross-functional Alignment: Ability to build strong relationships and work effectively across organizational silos to achieve common goals.

Even better, you may have...

• Process Improvement and Problem Solving Certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt or Black Belt are highly desirable.

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 the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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.

This position is leadership level 5 and ranges from $138,240-$261,720.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL5

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. 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.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.

What you'll do...

• Process Engineering Methods & Standards Leadership: Lead the development, refinement, and deployment of enterprise-wide process engineering methodologies, tools, templates, and best practices (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, process automation standards).
• Waste Inventory & Program Management: Oversee and manage a portfolio of cross-functional operational transformation programs, ensuring alignment with central strategic objectives, efficient resource allocation, and successful execution of improvement initiatives.
• Technical Standards Implementation & Adherence: Ensure the implementation and adherence to established technical standards and roadmaps for process optimization and digital transformation across various projects and business units.
• Internal Consulting & Support: Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance, consultation, and direct support to dedicated transformation teams and operations on the application of central methodologies and best practices.
• Capability Building & Training: Contribute to the design and delivery of training programs, coaching, and knowledge sharing initiatives to build organizational capability in process transformation and continuous improvement.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to the effectiveness and adoption of central methodologies and the progress of enterprise-wide programs, providing data-driven insights to the Chief Process Engineer.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with various stakeholders across the organization, including dedicated teams, IT, and business leaders, to ensure seamless integration and widespread adoption of central transformation approaches.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks associated with large-scale transformation efforts and complex system integrations.