Analyst, Vehicle Planning
Ford Motor Company • Camaçari, Brazil
Role Description
The Product Planning Analyst plays a critical role in defining the future of our vehicle lineup. You will sit at the intersection of Market Research, Engineering, Finance, Manufacturing, Purchase and Design to help determine the scope of the next program.
This role is foundational to the Ford+ plan, ensuring our vehicles—whether Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), Hybrid, or Electric (EV)—meet customer needs while achieving business profitability.
+ **Lead the Pre-PS cadence:** Coordinate weekly meetings with cross-functional teams to ensure all deliverables are Green for the next GPDS gate.
+ **Market & Competitive Intelligence:** Monitor and analyze automotive industry trends, competitor product launches, and emerging technologies (e.g., ADAS, software-defined vehicles).
+ **Lifecycle Management:** Support the planning of Minor Changes (facelifts) and Major Programs (all-new platforms) to ensure the portfolio remains fresh and competitive.
+ **Product...
This role is foundational to the Ford+ plan, ensuring our vehicles—whether Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), Hybrid, or Electric (EV)—meet customer needs while achieving business profitability.
+ **Lead the Pre-PS cadence:** Coordinate weekly meetings with cross-functional teams to ensure all deliverables are Green for the next GPDS gate.
+ **Market & Competitive Intelligence:** Monitor and analyze automotive industry trends, competitor product launches, and emerging technologies (e.g., ADAS, software-defined vehicles).
+ **Lifecycle Management:** Support the planning of Minor Changes (facelifts) and Major Programs (all-new platforms) to ensure the portfolio remains fresh and competitive.
+ **Product...