Operations Project Manager - Military veterans preferred

Posting Number: 201943SLG Job Title: Operations Project Manager Location: Pennsylvania

Summary:

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 is exciting and exhilarating. 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.

Job Description:

Manage longer term strategic/transformational projects geared around supporting the company’s growth. Some examples include:

Selection, implementation and/or modification of business systems critical to managing the operational aspects of the business inclusive of forecasting, planning, ERP/MRP, TMS

Development of 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...

Requirements:

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

Apply:

Complete your candidate profile at

www.searchlogixgroup.com

and refer to posting 201943SLG or as a second choice, email your information and requirements to

resumes@searchlogixgroup.com . Only candidates who appear to meet the above criteria will receive an immediate response. Other resumes will be added to our database of active candidates for one year for other positions that come available and are a match with their background.

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