FPM Marketing Operations

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In this position…

We are seeking an experienced individual to join Motorsports Business Operations in Ford Performance.  Business Operations supports the Motorsports Organization including Competition, Engineering and Marketing while working directly with Ford’s Supply Chain, Finance/Accounting, Legal/Risk Analysis and Vehicle Program Teams.  Business Operations support spans across all of the race series Motorsports competes in which includes NASCAR, NHRA, multiple Sportscar series, Australia Supercar, Formula 1 and numerous Off-Road Racing series. This is a very dynamic, fast-paced, and unique position that incorporates a broad range of responsibilities with exposure to cross-functional management.  Currently, we have an opening in Business Operations and look forward to welcoming the ideal candidate as soon as identified!

We are looking for a Motorsports Marketing Operations Specialist to support the operational needs of the FPM Marketing Organization. The Motorsports Marketing Team provides various marketing related activities across NASCAR, NHRA, Sports Car racing series, Off-Road racing events and includes Customer Experience programs. Motorsports Marketing Operations responsibilities will include numerous supporting elements across this organization.

To be successful as the Motorsports Marketing Operations Specialist, you should have perseverance, patience, be able to stay organized, improve processes, and able to ensure accuracy of execution under demanding timelines. Ultimately, a top-notch candidate should have excellent organizational and people management skills.

This is a hybrid position, both onsite and remote, the onsite location is Allen Park, MI with the opportunity to work remotely while supporting the dynamic and global needs of the Motorsports team.

What you'll do…

• The Motorsports Marketing Operations Specialist will support the Motorsports Program Teams and Business Operations as necessary; directly reporting to the Business Operations Manager. 


• Provide regular interaction with the respective Program Managers, Marketing Managers, Business Owners, and external partners as required to support operational needs.


• Provide execution and retention of required Motorsports business office documents, including but not limited to drive letters, process sheets, approval documentation, non-disclosure agreements and other contractual related items.


• Provide business office support through software programs including DocuSign, Anaqua, Ariba and others as necessary.


• Support the Ford Performance Executive Administration as directed.


• Support with coordination of On-Road and Motorsports team-related meetings/activities.


• Support marketing vehicle fleet operations as needed (i.e. sale requests, toll violations, record retention).


• Support business office resourcing needs (i.e. FCG, FPTE, Intern) as directed by the Operations Manager.


• Support facility initiatives with internal and external partners for timely execution.


• Maintain the creative design of the Motorsports facilities (R57, FPTC, HUB, etc.) as directed.


• Manage the inventory for Motorsports trophies and associated logistics.


• Manage the Motorsports apparel distribution guidelines, inventory maintenance with partners.


• Author and process any JDA / NDA / Confidentiality documents as necessary.


• Coordinate and manage Dearborn-based activations, including partners and Ford Performance.


• Develop and manage new employee arrival package.


• Maintain master marketing matrix, outlining assets Ford Performance is entitled to annually; conduct quarterly review of utilization status.


• Assist, as needed, development of Ford Performance processes related to needs of Vehicle, Social, CRM, Insurance, etc.

You'll have…

• Bachelor’s degree required.  Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent.


• 15+ years of experience in Marketing and Communications related to Motorsports or Racing.


• Able to succeed in a fast-paced, passionate work environment that requires quick turn-around.


• Detailed, Self-Organized and able to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.


• Proficient using Excel, Outlook, Word and the suite of Microsoft Office programs.


• Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.


• Prior experience in the motorsports industry managing the creative production aspects of marketing programs


• Experience working in an office environment requiring maintenance of creative displays.


• Familiar with activations and hospitality events related to Motorsports.


• Strong people management skills, excellent communication, both written and verbal.


• Flexibility of schedule to support the global team.


• Able to lift at least 30lbs safely.

Even better, you may have…

• High degree of self-motivation and willingness to commit extra effort to always "get the job done".


• Candidate must be comfortable in speaking and working with a Director level management team and interfacing externally with Ford partners (teams, drivers, dealers, etc.).


• Experience interfacing with computer software, ability to learn new programs as necessary.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage


• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more


• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more


• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases


• Tuition assistance


• Established and active employee resource groups


• Paid time off for individual and team community service


• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day


• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. 

For more information on salary and benefits, click here

This position is a range of salary grades 5 - 8

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

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Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. #LI-Hybrid  #LI-DP1