Operations Project Manager

Posting Number: 201943

SLG

Location:

Pennsylvania

Our client is in a continual state of transforming our business by adding new manufacturing lines, new manufacturing locations, new product forms, new integrated business systems, and re‑engineering our business process to ensure they are high‑performing, robust and efficient. They are growing more than 30% year over year – an exciting and exhilarating pace. The Operations Project Manager role is a newly created function geared around resourcing longer‑term strategic/transformational projects with experienced and versatile operations leaders to drive foundational change needed to enable the growth of the company.

This is a high‑visibility, high‑impact role offering exposure to many parts of the business and affording a diverse track for career growth.

• Manage longer‑term strategic/transformational projects geared around supporting the company’s growth.
• Selection, implementation and/or modification of business systems critical to managing the operational aspects of the business, including forecasting, planning, ERP/MRP, TMS.
• Develop a configurable model to geographically segment the sales forecast to align with the manufacturing footprint while optimizing service, capacity utilization & operating costs.
• Establish information infrastructure and methodology to manage the intercompany flow of materials between warehouse locations.
• Assist with the selection, development and business integration of new manufacturing technologies to support capacity expansion and new product innovation.
• Support Procurement in the successful onboarding of critical new suppliers across the manufacturing network.
• Manage the operational aspects of new product introductions and product changes across the manufacturing network.
• Work with Quality to identify and implement corrective action and preventative measures to improve quality levels.
• Lead broad‑based cost improvement activities to improve gross margins and/or operating costs.
• Coaching/mentoring other team members in operations management, project management, process & systems development, CI, quality improvement, etc.

• BS in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business or Logistics (required).
• MBA preferred.
• 10‑15 years of experience in a leadership role in a supply chain, operations management or project management role working for a direct manufacturer (required).
• CPG experience.
• Independent self‑starter able to self‑direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations.
• Excellent relationship building skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Expert applied knowledge of forecasting, ERP/MRP, transportation, supply chain, inventory management and warehousing disciplines.
• Excellent organization, communication and follow‑up skills.
• Able to influence others & manage conflict.
• Analytical with a methodical approach to problem solving utilizing CI tool sets.

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