We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

As part of our Human Resources team, you’ll help us attract, hire and retain the top talent we need to achieve our bold vision. You’ll play a vital role in defining, developing and maintaining the winning culture that empowers diverse individuals to work together and create the impossible. We’re seeking change leaders, talent strategists, employee advocates and culture architects to enable our teams, partners, and businesses to do and be their best.

The TA Operations Leader directs the operational functions supporting successful hiring. This includes reporting and analytics, training (for hiring managers and Talent Acquisition staff), systems and tools management, vendor relationships, onboarding, and coordination. The role requires leveraging expertise to influence internal and external stakeholders, ensuring strategic priorities are met. Collaboration with Analytics on dashboard creation, Compliance & Legal on background checks and immigration, and TA leadership on proactive audit activities is also key.

What you'll do…

Provide overall strategic management of the TA operations function & lead programs including

• Strategic Leadership & Planning : Develop and implement the global TA operations strategy, aligning it with business objectives and talent acquisition goals. This involves setting priorities, defining KPIs, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.

• Vendor Management: Establish and manage Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with all TA vendors (ATS providers, background check vendors, search firms, etc.). Oversee vendor selection processes (RFPs) to ensure optimal value.

• Systems & Tools Optimization: Manage and optimize the global TA technology infrastructure, including the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Proactively identify process improvements, manage change requests, and evaluate new tools to enhance efficiency. Collaborate with HR analysts to resolve system issues.

• Reporting & Analytics: Develop and maintain comprehensive reporting and analytics dashboards to track key hiring metrics, identify trends, and inform data-driven decision-making. Provide regular reports to leadership.

• Compliance & Legal: Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws, immigration policies, and regulations across all regions, partnering with legal and compliance teams.

• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, coach, and develop a high-performing team of TA operations specialists, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

You'll have...

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

• 8-10+ years of experience in HR/TA Operations, including 5+ years leading global teams.

• Proven expertise in managing and optimizing ATS and other TA technologies.

• Strong analytical skills; experience translating data into actionable insights.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives and drive operational excellence.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

• Thorough understanding of global employment laws, compliance regulations, and TA best practices.

• Experience with vendor management and contract negotiation.

• Proven ability to influence and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.

Even better, you may have...

• Experience in matrixed organizations.

• Experience with large-scale project implementations.

• Proficiency in project management methodologies.

• Experience developing and delivering training programs.

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 childcare 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.

This position is a leadership level 5.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: 2025 Benefits (https://fordcareers.co/LL5NonHTHD)

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.

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.

#LI-Remote #LI-TD1

Requisition ID : 40687