Program Management Ford Champ

Description

Job ID 63803 Category PD Operations and Quality Location Naucalpan de Juárez, Mexico Work Type Hybrid **Ford Champs** will allow to get to now different business areas through 12 to 24 months, while you improve your skills and become a better professional. As a **Program Management Ford Champ,** you will be responsible of support the planning and execution of vehicle programs across multiple functions, including Engineering, Studio, Manufacturing, and Suppliers. This role will play a key part in ensuring program alignment, tracking execution, and maintaining visibility of deliverables, timelines, and risks. This role will contribute to the ongoing development and sustainment of a Jira\-based Program Management operating system, helping improve tracking, reporting, and overall execution efficiency. **What you´ll do:** * Support planning and execution of programs and projects across multiple departments * Assist in tracking project timelines, deliverables, and milestones * Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and document action items and follow\-ups * Monitor program performance and generate reports on progress and key metrics * Identify risks, issues, and opportunities for improvement * Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication * Maintain accurate project documentation and records * Participate in process improvement initiatives and contribute ideas for optimization * Support development and maintenance of program timing plans (Microsoft Project, Excel, Jira) * Maintain and enhance the Jira\-based Program Management system, including updating tasks, tracking execution and ownership, developing dashboards and reporting views, and implementing process/tool improvements * Assist in preparation of executive presentations (PowerPoint) * Support business case development and cost tracking * Coordinate with Engineering, Studio, Suppliers, and Manufacturing teams * Assist in preparing for key meetings. **What you´ll need:** * Active student from any of the last 2 semesters of Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, Software, Industrial, Systems, etc.) * 90% English skills (Oral, reading, writing, and listening) * Strong analytical and communication skills * **Technical \& Project Savvy:** Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint, with exposure to (or interest in) Jira, MS Project, structured data management, and dashboard reporting. * **Analytical Mindset:** Prior internship or academic project experience in project coordination, data tracking, or process improvement (Lean/Agile). * **Agility \& Drive:** Strong organizational skills, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in fast\-paced, ambiguous environments. DISCLAIMER: Ford Motor Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as we are committed with a diverse workforce, and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran and basis of disability.