Job Description
Concern ID and Resolution (CIDR) is a department within Ford Company Customer Service Division (FCSD). This team monitors multiple data sources to identify any trending vehicle concerns that technicians are unable to readily resolve. These concerns are then managed through to resolution, with support from Product Development (PD) and other functions.
Typically, a Technical Service Bulletin is issued to Dealers to instruct technicians on the appropriate repair direction. Technical Service Bulletins are authored in a system called Technical Web Authoring System (TWAS). Multiple functions must approve the TWAS to ensure readiness for the TSB to be published. These include :
- Parts Supply and Logistics (PS&L) – Ensure that Parts are available to support the TSB
- Labor Time team – Ensure that labor codes and timings are established to enable warranty claiming
- Warranty team – Ensure that Pre Defined Repair Codes (PDRs) are available, so that Dealers can claim warranty payment for the repair in a controlled and efficient manner.
This position is required to project manage each TWAS item through the above approval steps, with a particular focus on PDR code readiness. A PDR code is required for every unique combination of parts and labor time that may be required to complete a TSB repair.
The position requires working cross functionally with all departments and systems that enable PDR completion, specifically :
PS&L to ensure that part numbers are listed in the appropriate systemsService parts pricing, to ensure that parts are priced in each market in advance of PDR creationWarranty teamsResponsibilities
Managing PDR process End-to-End to support Product Concern Engineers (PCEs)Defining accurate PDR codes for each unique combination of parts and labor in a TSBMapping service part requirements by marketWorking with PS&L to understand and track service part release statusWorking with part pricing teams to ensure parts are priced in a timely mannerWorking with warranty team to ensure PDR code creation is performed in a timely mannerGain access to, and establish knowledge on the systems required to :View service part informationView parts pricingView warranty systemsEstablish tracking tools / systems to record and communicate PDR status.Establish documentation for PDR process, including approval flow and escalation process.Resolving PDR queries from warranty team on timely basisBecoming a Single Point of Contact interface between PS&L and PCEs, regarding parts readiness for TSB launches.Creating approval flow and escalation matrixWorking as an Admin coordinator, taking care of all primary activitiesData comparison & analysis using Microsoft excelKey Deliverables in position
Streamline PDR request and closing processSupport all CIDR documentations & maintain data logShould be able to do effective presentations to a group of engineersQualifications
BBA / MBA / Engineering degree holders with basic knowledge of automobiles.
In addition to the Qualifications, below are the additional requirements the applicant should have.
Min 3 years of experience in handling Project Management / Admin activitiesExpert in MS-excel, MS-word & PPTGood to have - Experience in SharePoint and tracking systemsKnowledge on Power BI, Alteryx, click sense is an added advantageSkills Required
tracking systems , Alteryx, Ppt, Power Bi, Sharepoint