Mandeep Sahota Appointed Director of Global Material Planning and Logistics at Ford

Mandeep Sahota has taken over as global director of material planning and logistics at Ford, effective March 2026, succeeding Tom Chackalackal. This department plays a crucial role in Ford's operational efficiency, covering inbound logistics, material fulfilment, and service parts transport.

Under Sahota's leadership, the focus will remain on digital transformation initiatives and lean production processes. Ford is enhancing automation in its logistics operations, including the integration of autonomous mobile robots and advanced transport management systems.

Sahota aims to connect digital advancements with global execution while improving resilience and efficiency in the supply chain. His challenge includes anticipating disruptions and enhancing collaborative efforts across the organization.