Project Manager - Supply Chain Planning

DESCRIPTION

Manages, develops, and implements project(s) of varying complexity and size in assigned functional area. Partners with business stakeholders to ensure successful project completion. This role encompasses 30%-40% responsibilities in Supply Chain Strategy and Communication and also focuses on leading projects within the Logistics function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads multiple projects from inception to completion, facilitating project planning sessions with internal stakeholders to determine scope and objectives.
• Works with business stakeholders to establish project performance goals.
• Designs project plans, develops timelines, identifies project milestones, and tracks performance against goals.
• Identifies, tracks, and collaborates to resolve project issues.
• Monitors and communicates project status to the project team.
• Plans and monitors project budgets, conducts research and analysis, and contributes to project design and development.
• Manages project risk using quality tools to identify areas of risk and proposes alternative solutions.
• Documents and shares team learnings with other teams to enhance project success.
• Maintains project notes, databases, and other records; monitors measures and communicates with the Project Sponsor and other stakeholders.
• Identifies and assigns appropriate resources to accomplish project tasks; guides and coaches team members; provides developmental feedback.

• Intermediate level of experience required.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience preferred.

• Financial Acumen: Ability to interpret and apply understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.
• Business Insight: Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance organizational goals.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications tailored to different audiences.
• Customer Focus: Building strong relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Manages Complexity: Analyzing complex, high-volume, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively with minimal disruption.
• Plans and Aligns: Prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Project Issue and Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks using best practices and recommended tools.
• Project Resource Management: Developing resource plans (expense and headcount) to manage resources effectively.
• Project Schedule Management: Managing project schedules to ensure completion within agreed timelines.
• Project Scope Management: Defining project deliverables to ensure all and only required work is completed.
• Supply Chain Knowledge: Understanding the end-to-end integration of supply chain processes to balance inventory, cost, and delivery.
• Values Differences: Recognizing and leveraging diverse perspectives and cultures to drive organizational success.

• Corporate Supply Chain Strategy: Supporting business strategy and development projects through qualitative and quantitative analysis across Corporate Supply Chain areas.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, tailoring messaging for different audiences. Supporting key leaders in developing external communication and positioning the organization as a strategic thought leader in Supply Chain. Assisting with internal events such as All-Employee Communications, Awards, and Recognition.

• College, university, or equivalent degree required.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.