Support Ford's supply chain resilience strategy by developing visibility across multi-tier supplier networks, identifying potential risks before production impact, and generating actionable intelligence that enables proactive decision-making. This role combines supply chain expertise, data analytics, and risk sensing capabilities to support production continuity across global operations..
TThe Supply Chain Risk Sensing & Resilience Center of Excellence (CoE) is responsible for providing proactive visibility into Ford's global supply network.
As a Supply Chain Risk Analyst, you will analyse supplier ecosystems beyond Tier-1 suppliers to identify vulnerabilities, regional dependencies, capacity constraints, and emerging risks. Working closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Material Planning & Logistics, and Digital teams, you will transform complex supply chain data into meaningful business insights that support strategic and operational decision-making.
This role requires strong analytical capability, supply chain knowledge, stakeholder collaboration, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Responsibilities
Multi-Tier Supply Chain Analysis
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Conduct deep-dive mapping of supplier networks across Tier-2, Tier-3, and lower-tier suppliers.
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Develop visibility into critical commodities, electronics, and strategic supply chains.
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Validate supplier-provided information using external data sources, logistics information, and historical performance records.
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Maintain accurate supply chain network intelligence and data quality.
Risk Identification & Assessment
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Identify supply chain vulnerabilities, including single-source suppliers, regional concentration risks, and capacity constraints.
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Assess geopolitical, environmental, economic, and operational risks across supplier networks.
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Support predictive risk-monitoring initiatives using analytical and data-driven approaches.
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Develop risk impact assessments for critical supply chains and commodities.
Data Analytics & Intelligence
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Analyse large and complex datasets to identify trends, disruptions, and emerging supply chain risks.
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Create executive-level dashboards and visualisations using Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
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Develop reports and insights that support strategic sourcing and risk mitigation decisions.
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Collaborate with digital and analytics teams to support AI-enabled resilience solutions.
Operational Support
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Manage assigned commodity or supplier portfolios.
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Support supply disruption events by providing rapid data analysis and decision support.
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Monitor and improve key performance indicators related to risk identification and mitigation activities.
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Maintain high levels of analytical accuracy and responsiveness.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Partner with Global Purchasing, Engineering, Material Planning & Logistics, and supplier management teams.
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Support strategic sourcing decisions through supply network intelligence.
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Contribute analytical inputs to resilience playbooks and business continuity planning activities.
Qualifications
Education
Required:
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Bachelor’s Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in:
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Supply Chain Management
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Industrial Engineering
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Mechanical Engineering
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Manufacturing Engineering
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Electrical Engineering
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Operations Research
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Data Science
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Other Technical Disciplines
Preferred:
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Specialisation in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Analytics, or Data Science.
Experience
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3–6 years of experience in:
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Supply Chain Planning
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Commodity Management
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Risk Management
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Supplier Interaction
Preferred industry experience:
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Automotive
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Electronics
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Aerospace
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High-technology Manufacturing
