Nancy Carbajal Hernandez
Mexico
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in the automotive industry, specializing in product development and program launch management. Successfully led the global C2 platform program and lean product definition initiatives, optimizing processes and ensuring timely, quality vehicle launches.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Lean Product Definition Manager
Ford Motor Company
Detroit
01.2026 - Current
- Led lean product definition initiatives, optimized processes, and facilitated efficient development cycles for future Ford programs.
C2 Platform Program Manager
Ford Motor Company
Mexico City
09.2022 - 12.2025
- Directed C2 platform program, overseeing planning, development, and launch to ensure successful delivery.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams in engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and supply chain to meet program objectives.
- Maintained budget, timeline, and quality standards for global C2 platform, ensuring project alignment with organizational goals.
Expedition & Navigator Program Manager
Ford Motor Company
Mexico City Metropolitan Area
12.2018 - 09.2022
- Led the successful planning, development, and launch of the Expedition and Navigator vehicle programs.
- Managed program budgets, schedules, and resources, ensuring timely product delivery within cost targets.
- Collaborated with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to enhance product quality and maintain market competitiveness.
Transit Connect Program Manager
Ford Motor Company
Mexico City Metropolitan Area
11.2015 - 11.2018
- Directed Transit Connect program, overseeing all phases from concept to production, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Navigated program challenges, facilitating timely delivery of high-quality product to market.
- Fostered communication and collaboration among diverse teams and stakeholders, enhancing project integration.
- Vehicle Launch at Assembly plant located in Valencia, Spain
Program Management Supervisor
Ford Motor Company
11.2002 - 11.2015
- Mentored and led team of program managers, promoting professional growth and achieving high performance standards.
- Developed and implemented best practices in program planning and execution, streamlining processes across various vehicle lines.
- Supervised program management initiatives, aligning projects with company objectives to enhance strategic execution.
EESE D&R (Electrical & Electronic Systems Engineering Design & Release)
Ford Motor Company
Cuautitlan
11.1999 - 11.2002
- Designed and released electrical and electronic systems for Ford vehicles, enhancing overall vehicle functionality.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to integrate complex systems, ensuring optimal functional performance and reliability.
- Acquired foundational experience in automotive engineering and product development processes, supporting project timelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Universidad La Salle
Mexico 06-1999
Some College (No Degree) - Post Graduate Program in Artificial Intelligence
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TXSkills
- Lean Product Definition
- Product lifecycle management
- Launch Management
- Program Management
- Process Improvement
- Cost Analysis
- Risk Management
- Vendor Collaboration
- Automotive Industry Expertise
- Global leadership
- Team leadership
- Strategic Planning
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Lean Product Definition Manager
Ford Motor Company
01.2026 - Current
C2 Platform Program Manager
Ford Motor Company
09.2022 - 12.2025
Expedition & Navigator Program Manager
Ford Motor Company
12.2018 - 09.2022
Transit Connect Program Manager
Ford Motor Company
11.2015 - 11.2018
Program Management Supervisor
Ford Motor Company
11.2002 - 11.2015
EESE D&R (Electrical & Electronic Systems Engineering Design & Release)
Ford Motor Company
11.1999 - 11.2002
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Universidad La Salle
Some College (No Degree) - Post Graduate Program in Artificial Intelligence
The University of Texas At Austin