Description
Responsible for managing a portfolio of global complex F&A projects. Working closely with engineering, project management, finance, marketing, operations, product managers, and third-party vendors to deliver and produce value creation to achieve targeted results, on time and on budget.
This role will involve defining the technical specifications for each project and executing on an outlined project plan. The role is also responsible for the standardization of equipment in their stream. Oversee multiple projects ranging from Proof-of-Concept (PoC) to scalable deployment
* Define and manage project scope, documenting project plan and managing project beginning to end
* Seek out and investigate new technologies and better ways to implement automation in the stream.
* Detailed technical knowledge of the packaging/automation equipment in the respective workstream.
* Technically vet solutions provided by equipment manufacturers
* Prepare and communicate project performance, cost, and status reports.
* Manage project & team meetings including developing agendas and documenting decisions and action items.
* Identifies organizational gaps and influences stakeholders to address gaps that impact the program/project.
* Manage team meetings, including leading discussions to drive effective decisions and actions.
* Manages the planning and use of program/project resources and works to secure adequate resourcing and budget alignment in collaboration with finance and functional team members.
* Resolves complex problems and manages difficult stakeholder situations.
* It is comfortable working independently within a matrix environment and can coach, influence and mentor others.
* Manage supplier relationships with some key OEMs
* Manage/coach team as needed.
Actively exploring cost saving opportunities and options that support business needs: DLE, OEE, performance, energy reduction, scrap reduction, network optimization, new capabilities, increased agility, changeover reduction (cost and time).
Special focus items for this position:
* Manage/ support execution of all TPM capital projects working in partnership with GSM
* Execute all capex projects to support breakthrough value realization projects like mid/ late-stage differentiation and pack off with VRO and engineering innovation teams
Qualifications
Hands-on experience in Manufacturing and Distribution Supply Chain in the CPG/FDA regulated industries (preferred Cosmetic/Pharma).
Experience working in a highly regulated environment: cGMP, validation process, V-model (URS, Design review, FAT, SAT, IQOQ), business case building knowledge, project management skilled, stakeholder management and organizational skills, Automation/Robotics, Packaging Machine.
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