Manager, Product Line Performance

In this position...

Be a key member of the EV Utilities Product Line Performance team and own critical projects and workstreams that shape the future of the North American EV Utilities portfolio.

You will tackle our most complex business problems, from near-term profit improvement to long-term portfolio strategy, and transform insights into clear, actionable recommendations that set the direction for where Mustang Mach-E will play and how it wins. You will also codify what we learn on Mustang Mach-E into best practices that shape the success of future EV and EREV products.

What you'll do...

• Execute Product Line Performance workstream initiatives and drive rapid progress to identify and deliver profit improvement actions • Apply customer insights, competitive intelligence, regulatory and market trends to identify opportunities to improve existing or to create new products and experiences • Lead effective strategy development to bolster the existing EV portfolio and identify new whitespace opportunities • Identify and lead cross-functional strategic initiatives, coordinating with other GM pillars and specialized Ford skill teams such as Planning, Manufacturing, Finance, Marketing, Purchasing, and PD, including other Product Line Performance team members across Ford Blue, Ford Pro, and Lincoln • Distill data, insights, and information into compelling, easy-to-digest presentation materials, and drive discussions with Model e senior leadership • Drive shared understanding and clarity of enterprise-wide strategic priorities • Translate Mustang Mach-E learnings and best practices into repeatable frameworks that inform the planning, launch, and performance of future EV and EREV products

You'll have...

• Bachelor’s degree required • 5+ years experience in strategy, finance, consulting, product planning or similar field • 3+ years of experience with demonstrated ability to structure complex problems, conduct quantitative analysis, and develop data-driven insights using a hypothesis-led approach and communicate results with senior leadership. • 3+ years of proven ability to navigate large, matrixed organizations, build trust and drive outcomes in cross-functional teams through logical reasoning and compelling storytelling.

Even better, you may have...

• MBA preferred • High energy self-starter with ability to take ownership and deliver results with minimal direction • Highly analytical and data-driven, with a passion for going deep into diverse data sets and scenario-based financial models to find actionable insights. • Organized and dynamic, able to manage multiple workstreams, prioritize effectively, and adapt as new information becomes available. • Manufacturing, Automotive, and/or Product Management experience • Electric vehicle industry experience and familiarity with the EV charging ecosystem • Understanding of battery and material cost drivers and their impact on vehicle profitability • Comfortable working in a fast paced, fluid environment where priorities shift on a regular basis • Ability to break down complex tasks or requirements into simpler, more manageable tasks • Delivers results consistently even under tough circumstances and has the aptitude to recognize roadblocks and escalate issues as needed • Experience communicating with and influencing functional and technical team members at all levels in the organization • Accountable and action-oriented, with a drive to see your work create a tangible impact on the business. • Proven ability to deliver clear and persuasive recommendations to senior leadership through written narratives, verbal briefings, and presentation decks.