About Us
Lead. Grow. Transform.
Ford Australia is constantly evolving and innovating, committed to delivering smarter, more connected vehicles for all Australians, now and for generations to come.
Looking ahead, Ford is excited about the future. With an expanding vehicle lineup, growing digital services, and a strong dealer network, they are well-positioned to support Australian businesses in new ways.
As Australia’s largest automotive OEM employer, they proudly have around 1,500 talented engineers, designers, and specialists working across five Victorian sites. Crucially, Australia is a key global development hub for Ford and their local design and engineering team lead the creation of vehicles including the Ranger, Ranger Raptor, and Everest models sold in around 180 markets worldwide.
Complementing this technical network, Ford Australia’s National Sales Company (NSC) located in Richmond, is the central hub for commercial and customer engagement activities across the country.
Why Ford?
For a century, we've been a driving force across Australia, building a legacy that truly speaks for itself. Our iconic Mustang proudly holds its position as Australia's No. 1 Sports Car, while the versatile Everest has carved out its place as the No. 1 in its segment. Leading the way, the Ranger continues its rein as Australia's No. 1 Selling Vehicle.
These remarkable achievements are a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation and a customer-focused approach that has delivered success across our entire lineup, giving us so much to be excited about! But we believe we do more than just build award-winning vehicles—we build careers.
- Complimentary vehicle and additional discounted lease car options.
- Recognised by WGEA as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.
- Multiple Employee Resource Groups – Ford Pride, Women of Ford and Ford Empowering Diverse Abilities.
- Flexible Work Arrangements.
- Growth and development opportunities via internal and external training.
- Paid parental leave from day 1.
- Comprehensive Employee Assist Program.
- Wellness Programs including Free Flu Vaccinations and Health Checks.
- Paid volunteer days.
About the Role
As a Global Truck Portfolio and Vehicle Line Strategy Manager, reporting directly to Global Product and Cycle Planning Director and leading the Global Truck Planning Team and a broader cross-functional team, you will be at the forefront of shaping and executing the strategic direction for our global truck lineup. This role is based on a hybrid arrangement, requiring four (4) days per week in our International Markets Group Product Development office in Broadmeadows.
This pivotal role involves defining "Where to Play" and "How to Win" strategies, leading the comprehensive Cycle Plan process and related studies, and developing robust business cases for both cycle plan initiatives and critical program milestones.
You will spearhead high-priority studies for the truck segment, manage program gateways across all planning phases, and ensure seamless global and business unit alignment through close collaboration with other vehicle segments and regional teams. A core focus will be to drive efficiencies through a relentless customer focus and complexity reduction. Furthermore, you will be instrumental in cultivating a collaborative, high-performing, and customer-focused cross-functional team that champions Ford Leadership Behaviours.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and Execute Global Strategies: Drive the global truck portfolio and vehicle line strategies, crafting "Where to Play" and executing "How to Win" approaches.
- Lead Cycle Plan Management: Oversee the entire Cycle Plan process and studies for the vehicle segment, ensuring alignment with stakeholder priorities.
- Develop Robust Business Cases: Lead the creation of comprehensive business cases for both cycle plan studies and key program milestones.
- Manage High-Priority Studies: Spearhead high-priority studies for the product segment and contribute insights to related enterprise or propulsion studies.
- Guide Program Gateways: Lead products within the segment through all planning milestones and program gateways.
- Ensure Global & Regional Alignment: Collaborate extensively with other vehicle segments and regional teams to achieve global and business unit strategic alignment and product priorities.
- Optimize Program Efficiency: Drive efficiencies in segment programs through a strong customer focus and complexity reduction initiatives.
- Cultivate High-Performing Teams: Develop and manage assigned planning and strategy resources, fostering a collaborative, customer-focused, cross-functional, and high-performing team that champions Ford OS Behaviors
About You
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent is a minimum requirement.
- MBA/MS in Engineering Management or equivalent is preferred.
- Proven strategic thinker with experience developing and effectively communicating strategic direction.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and influence complex cross-functional teams.
- Strong financial acumen, specifically for business case development.
- Extensive experience leading cycle plan studies and complex product gateways.
- Familiarity with vehicle and platform architecture development processes, including balancing technical and business considerations.
- Deep understanding of Product Development Processes and deliverables.
- Familiarity with Human-Centered Design principles and a demonstrated passion for the customer.
- Demonstrated excellence in both oral and written communication.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently and deliver high-quality outcomes.
- Strong desire to deliver results in a fast-paced environment, working effectively with all employee levels, from technical personnel to Senior Management.
If you want to be a part of this challenging and rewarding transformation – Apply Now.
Equal Opportunity
Ford Australia is committed to building an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from First Nations, LGBTQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people across all life stages.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and all effort will be made to ensure diverse interviewers. If you require any support or adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact our Inclusion and Talent Lead, [email protected].
Candidates at the time of application must be legally authorised to work in Australia (relocation costs may be at the expense of the candidate/employee). Verification of employment eligibility in Australia will be required at the time of hire.
---Applications will close on Sunday 27 July 2025, however, please do not delay your application as interviews will commence before this date---
Please note due to the high numbers of applications we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.
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