Project Manager-Supply Chain/Operations (Food MFG Industry)
Coyote Technical & Executive Sourcing
Saugus, MA
Project Manager-Supply Chain/Operations
JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Manager, Operations is responsible for specific communication, tracking, and project coordination activities for assigned projects. These projects would include but not be limited to returns and allowances, inventory control in relation to product discontinuations, and retrieval of funds from customers. The role would directly interface with key members of the sales, supply chain, finance, and operational teams. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing the process to successfully deliver against individual project tasks from discovery through reimbursement and for measuring performance against expectations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Liaise with functional teams to define project briefs. o Develop action plan to deliver against brief with detailed timelines and action plan to ensure success.
o Initiate all project launch documentation and monitor accuracy of all data inputs. o Provide leadership for weekly inventory control meeting
o Analyze and report performance of previous projects, identifying areas for process improvement. o Document and communicate performance against designated performance KPIs o Manage inventory control tracker and inputs from all functional areas
Participate in weekly S&OP process to report progress to members of Executive Team
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
o Bachelor of Science degree in General or Operations Management OR equivalent combination of education, project management certification and/or experience required
o Broad knowledge of food production industry helpful, but not mandatory.
o Previous experience managing accuracy of data, data entry, and document/record management required as well as experience in generating, reviewing and approval of technical food label copy. o Demonstrated ability to problem solve through collaboration with cross-functional teams
o Must be conscientious, accurate, detail oriented, organized and a team player
o Ability to quickly learn new systems/procedures. Must know how to utilize all resources available, be willing to learn and accept changing priorities - Adept at meeting deadlines o Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills o Strong PC skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Project management and/or CRM software skills a plus.
o Ability to create SQL queries and to work in that environment to aggregate and analyze data o Strong demonstrated project management skills with ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects with overlapping deadlines.
REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES
o Self-starter able to conceptualize and drive initiatives forward
o Positive attitude and motivated by contributing to the overall success of the team
o Able to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
o Creative problem solving and strong analytical skills
o Obsessive attention to detail, well organized and able to juggle many projects at once
o Willing to address difficult situations head on with patience and respect
No sponsorship visa (H1-B, etc) candidates at this time, sorry.
Qualified candidates must submit their resume in Microsoft Word format along with at least three professional references to:
COYOTE TECHNICAL & EXECUTIVE SOURCING
Phil Montoya
Director of Sourcing
About the Company
Coyote Technical & Executive Sourcing
Who Are We?
Coyote Technical is a full-service staffing and recruiting firm that provides services in temporary, contract and permanent placements. Coyote Technical can provide you with superior employment services, focusing on sourcing quality candidates with the exact education and experience you need. Phil Montoya, Director of Sourcing, has years of recruiting experience in diverse industries. His status as Top Recruiter with most successful placement is testimony to his relentless pursuit of the perfect candidate. Phil holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering and worked for years in the Automotive and Aerospace Industries. Coyote Technical’s recruiting Team is equally committed to finding the talent you seek. Our years of experience enables us to intimately understand your industry, thereby we will provide you with quality and effective employment services.
Why Choose Us?
Coyote Technical aims to fill every position you list by matching the ideal candidate with the ideal position. Coyote technical has an ever-expanding internal database of more than 20,000 candidates with the skills and qualifications to match any of your hiring needs. It is our mission to ensure that every candidate be placed in a position in which they will thrive professionally.
Our fees are contingent upon finding you the perfect candidate, which means you will not pay a fee unless we are successful. In fact, we will extend a thirty (30) day guarantee. Should the candidate leave or be terminated for cause within the first thirty (30) days from the starting date the candidate will be replaced. What does this mean for you? Peace of mind in knowing that you will have an employee with the competence and enthusiasm you desire!