Ford Enthusiast Vehicles Communications Manager

Job DescriptionWe made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.With a career on the Ford Communications team, you can bring the message of our exciting innovations to the world! You’ll help build and protect our global reputation, build stakeholder trust, and further our mission of becoming the world’s most trusted mobility company. You’ll be part of a dedicated organization delivering best-in-class, high-impact communications programs that support our innovations, industry leadership and commitment to social responsibility.In this position...As Enthusiast Vehicles Communications Manager, you're responsible for planning, managing and executing communications that help further establish Ford as the leader in Off-Road capability with the Bronco family of vehicles and continuing to expand Mustang’s reputation as a global performance icon with American roots.This is a highly visible and fast paced role that requires a keen understanding of both the off-road and high-performance sport car markets and the strategic thinking, project management and media awareness skills to deliver flawless storytelling and news making. ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...Lead in the development of communications strategies and launch plans for Ford’s enthusiast vehicle portfolio, including Mustang, Bronco and Bronco SportResponsible for ongoing enterprise storytelling around enthusiast vehicles along with issues management; work closely with major publications to seed and manage high-impact enterprising storiesWork with the Ford Performance team to leverage the motorsports strategy in the U.S., with a focus on racing and off-roading linked to Mustang and BroncoExpand Ford’s media reach beyond traditional automotive media to include consumer and lifestyle media; engage with and identify influencers and advocates that will help amplify Ford’s enthusiast vehiclesWork closely with the Enthusiast Vehicles General Manager and Marketing and Engineering teams to ensure alignment and integration of all plans; serve as advisor for customer and external facing communicationsServe as project director for agile projects supporting key Enthusiast vehicle programs and supervise Ford salaried employees and direct the work of multiple agency partners supporting Enthusiast vehicles agile teamsWork with the regional teams on amplification opportunities for enthusiast vehicles and lead integration with key audiences and stakeholders including employee communicationsManage budget with a focus on waste elimination and cost efficiencies for enthusiast vehicle programsResponsible for delivering monthly metrics with a focus on brand awareness and building Ford’s reputationContinuous personal development of functional competencies and leadership agilitiesQualificationsYou'll have...Bachelors Degree7-10 years demonstrated increasing responsibility managing automotive or high visibility product communicationsStrive to build and contribute to a culture of creative excellencePut customers and employees at the center of decision makingBring passion and enthusiasm to the jobChampion great work and apply learnings and insights to subsequent projectsFoster a culture of belonging at FordA can-do attitude and a sense of urgency in this rapidly changing environmentStrong influencing and negotiation skills, with internal and external contactsSuperior problem-solving, decision-making and project management skillsAttention to detail and consistencyYou 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 coverageFlexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.This position is leadership level 5 and ranges from $141,700-$268,300.Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL5Visa 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.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.