Job Description Ford Motor Company is seeking an Internal Logistics Team Manager to join the Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L;) team at the Hermosillo Stamping and Assembly Plant (HSAP).
Reporting to the MP&L; Area Manager, this role oversees a team of Material Planning Specialists (MPS), PC Sequence, and a Safety and Training Engineer.
The successful candidate will coordinate end-to-end internal logistics operations—including unloading, storage, and line-side supply—while acting as the critical communication link between campus suppliers and the plant to ensure uninterrupted production.
This position requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration with HR and the labor union, and a hands-on approach to safety, process design, and financial performance.Job Description Ford Motor Company is seeking an Internal Logistics Team Manager to join the Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L;) team at the Hermosillo Stamping and Assembly Plant (HSAP).
Reporting to the MP&L; Area Manager, this role oversees a team of Material Planning Specialists (MPS), PC Sequence, and a Safety and Training Engineer.
The successful candidate will coordinate end-to-end internal logistics operations—including unloading, storage, and line-side supply—while acting as the critical communication link between campus suppliers and the plant to ensure uninterrupted production.
This position requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration with HR and the labor union, and a hands-on approach to safety, process design, and financial performance.ResponsibilitiesLead and coordinate all internal plant logistics operations, from unloading and storage to line-side material supply.Serve as the primary liaison between campus suppliers and plant operations, resolving logistics and quality issues that could impact production.Manage and develop a team including Material Planning Specialists, PC Sequence,



and a Safety and Training Engineer.Champion safety, ergonomics, and 5S compliance across the department.Drive continuous improvement, waste elimination, and Kaizen initiatives.Oversee financial metrics such as scrap control, overtime, and departmental budget.Key responsibilitiesSafety & ComplianceCoordinate analyses and strategies to improve department safety metrics.Ensure adherence to safety protocols, ergonomics guidelines, and 5S standards among team members and hourly personnel.Internal LogisticsCoordinate unloading, storage, and line-side supply processes.Ensure proper design of new processes that are operationally sound and manageable for frontline technicians.Manage personnel matters cross-functionally with HR and the labor union.Manage financial and personnel resources for smooth operations.Collaborate with manufacturing to solve problems and implement new processes.Provide systematic support to Process Coaches for daily operational issues.Financial, Change & Process OptimizationFoster continuous improvement across the team.Propose ideas to eliminate operational waste.Propose and participate in year-over-year efficiency projects.Review, approve, and champion team Kaizen projects.Ensure compliance with financial metrics (scrap control, overtime, budget).




Campus LiaisonAct as the communication bridge between campus suppliers and the plant on logistics and quality matters.Leadership & People DevelopmentHold regular 1:1s and feedback sessions with direct reports.Conduct engagement meetings with salaried staff and communication meetings with hourly personnel.Create and follow up on Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
Execute skip-level meetings and drive closure of resulting action plans.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.Minimum 5 years of experience in personnel management and logistics operations.Advanced/Fluent English.Experience with ERP systems and Bill of Materials (BOM) management.Familiarity with Ford Production System (FPS) processes.Strong problem-solving skills using methodologies like 8Ds and 5 Whys.Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.Must Have SkillsERP system managementBill of Materials (BOM) managementFord Production System (FPS) knowledgeProblem-solving methodologies (8Ds, 5 Whys)Intermediate to advanced ExcelConflict management and time managementStrong communication skillsHighly Desirable SkillsPrior experience managing unionized hourly workforceExperience with Kaizen and continuous improvement programsCross-functional collaboration with HR and labor relationsFinancial/budget management experience (scrap, overtime control)Change management and new process implementation experienceEducation preferenceBachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field is preferred.Competency Or Skills To Be GainedAdvanced leadership and people management within a unionized manufacturing environment.Strategic cross-functional collaboration (HR, manufacturing, supply chain).
Deep expertise in Ford Production System (FPS) and lean manufacturing principles.Advanced financial and resource management within plant operations.Structured problem-solving and continuous improvement (Kaizen) leadership.Supplier and campus-level logistics coordination experience.
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📌 Internal Logistics Team Manager (Hermosillo)
🏢 Ford México
📍 Hermosillo