Rene Molina
Summary
Skilled in program planning and problem-solving, achieving on-time milestones and implementing process improvements. Proven leadership in navigating complex challenges, ensuring successful product launches and compliance in diverse markets.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PM Planning Supervisor - U71X
Ford of Mexico
Mexico, Mexico
09.2023 - Current
- Supported TVMs implementation in PDLs to support targets ($61M U717 / $17M U718 above target).
- Achieved CCC, CHCN, and FHCN on time for the U718 China series by leading relevant activities. Supported vehicle verification in preparation for Crash Testing in Nanjing, China.
- Achieved FHCN on time for markets supporting OKTB.
PM Planning Supervisor - U55x MCA / OPD
Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, MI
05.2018 - 09.2023
- Delivered PSC, PA, and FSR milestone papers on time to support program approval.
- Managed U55X franchise room setup and agenda coordination.
- Led planning and implementation for over 10 actions to contain chip shortages at KTP, preventing volume and production losses.
- ISE in Dearborn: 18 months.
PM Planning Supervisor - V408 MCA
Ford of Mexico
Mexico, Mexico
11.2015 - 05.2018
- Led program management planning workstreams, including export content assumptions.
- Effectively managed multi-region program activities remotely.
- Led cross-functional reviews to define vehicle content and timing for a 180K-unit special order for the USPS, resulting in on-time production delivery by November 2018, and an estimated $102M total EBIT.
PMA - CD4 MCA / OPD
Ford of Mexico
Mexico, Mexico
11.2014 - 11.2015
- Led CPE, DF, and PDL workstreams.
- Implemented CPE DF process improvements by meticulously documenting approvals and tracking over 300 CRFs (including assignments and steps through closure), ensuring straightforward input to Change Control.
- Implemented PDL markup availability in CRFs to ensure changes in PDL were fully understood and considered for implementation.
PMA - 2015MY U22X
Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, MI
02.2012 - 11.2014
- Led workstreams within three program management pillars: Control, Planning, and Launch.
- Delivered 80 VP units on time, despite limited NMPDC resources, which were shared with other programs (P552, S550, CD539).
- Led PM launch activities at KTP, delivering TT, PP, MP1/2, and OKTB milestones on time.
- ISE in Dearborn: 15 months.
PMA - Build Ups
Ford of Mexico
Mexico, Mexico
03.2011 - 02.2012
- Coordinated activities to ensure that Ford-imported vehicles sold in Mexico meet homologation requirements.
- Collaborated with Marketing Managers on product content initiatives for import vehicles in the Mexican market.
VP&A - Program Manager
Ford of Mexico
Mexico, Mexico
05.2008 - 03.2011
- Led development and launch activities for accessories and parts installed at Mod Centers (import/export vehicles) or sold at dealers in Mexico.
- Created a governance process and defined R&Rs between VP&A FCSD, PD, Purchasing, and STA for accessories developed in Mexico.
- Contributed to the development of special versions for the Mexican market (B299 Mexico 100th Anniversary, and Lincoln Mark LT).
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial And Systems Engineering -
UNIVERSIDAD TECNOLÓGICA DE MEXICO
MEXICO12-2005
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Persuasion skills
- Program planning
- Attention to detail
- Leadership
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Networking abilities
Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt - Ford of Mexico
- Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) - Issued by EC-Council
Timeline
PM Planning Supervisor - U71X
Ford of Mexico
09.2023 - Current
PM Planning Supervisor - U55x MCA / OPD
Ford Motor Company
05.2018 - 09.2023
PM Planning Supervisor - V408 MCA
Ford of Mexico
11.2015 - 05.2018
PMA - CD4 MCA / OPD
Ford of Mexico
11.2014 - 11.2015
PMA - 2015MY U22X
Ford Motor Company
02.2012 - 11.2014
PMA - Build Ups
Ford of Mexico
03.2011 - 02.2012
VP&A - Program Manager
Ford of Mexico
05.2008 - 03.2011
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial And Systems Engineering -
UNIVERSIDAD TECNOLÓGICA DE MEXICO
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