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Posted on November 19, 2024 by Employer details McCain Foods
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Position Title: Project Manager, Supply ChainPosition Type: Regular - Full-Time Position Location: Florenceville Main ; Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, US ; Toronto, Ontario, CanadaGrade: Grade 05 Requisition ID: 32165 SUMMARY:Do you have a passion for fries and flawless execution? As a Project Manager in McCain Foods' Supply Chain Excellence team, you'll be the driving force behind large-scale projects that keep our potato and appetizer products moving! From opening brand-new warehouses to managing complex cross-functional projects and/or programs, you'll play a key role in shaping our North American supply chain operations. If you're ready to lead high-impact initiatives and collaborate with a team that's always cooking up something new, this is the perfect opportunity for you!ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Supply Chain Transformation DeliveryMcCain is investing heavily in streamlining and enhancing our distribution network to better serve our customers. In this role, you'll lead the charge by coordinating internal teams (plant operations, engineering, supply chain) and external partners (3PLs, MHE providers, general contractors) to ensure the successful, SAFE, on-time, and on-budget opening of multiple new warehouses.2. Project PlanningLead the creation of detailed business cases for large-scale, cross-functional projects (total value of $3MM+, execution time over 4 months) involving functions such as Value Engineering, Manufacturing, Planning, Logistics, Customer Solutions and Finance. This includes orchestrating cost-benefit analysis, defining resource requirements, and projecting ROI to secure stakeholder approval and guide strategic decision-making.The ability to listen to input and feedback from stakeholders, while managing scope creep and filtering out non-relevant information.3. Project ExecutionFor assigned projects, create and maintain project plans and schedules, coordinating Supply Chain activities to track timelines, milestones, and ensure high-quality deliverables that meet or exceed expectations.Facilitate communication among project teams, stakeholders, and external partners, organizing meetings, preparing agendas, and maintaining project documentation.Delegate tasks effectively and hold others accountable to maintain project scope and timelines. (including internal teams and 3rd party partners)Conduct Project Post-Mortem/Lesson Learned assessments and develop process improvements for future projects.4. Living Our "Leadership Principles" at McCain"We Bring out the best in our People" - Provide specific feedback and coaching to team members and project analysts to help develop their understanding and usage of Project Management best practices and tools. "We Act Like Owners" - Proactively break down silos between teams through communication, feedback and setting clear expectations and accountability; sets KPI's and goals that unify cross functional project teams. "We are Customer Obsessed" - Challenges project teams to consider how changes in work (processes, policies, systems, etc.) will impact our customers."We Think Big and Plan Ahead" - Pushes Self and others to stretch outside of their comfort zone; asks "how can we think bigger?"Qualifications: Educational background: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or Engineering.Certifications: PMP or similar certification.Experience: Over 3 years of experience in Supply Chain.Travel: Willingness to travel up to 40%.Technical Collaboration skills: Proven ability to work effectively with IT teams to ensure projects receive the necessary technical support and meet system requirements.System Knowledge and Proficiency: Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Ideal candidate will have working knowledge of SAP IBP/APO, E2Open TMS (formerly BluJay), WMS systems and Power BI. Detail-oriented and efficient: Works quickly while maintaining accuracy, with a results-driven mindset that includes the ability to analyze information a- LocationFlorenceville-Bristol, NB
- Workplace information On site
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareersInFood.com #1718442
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