Company Description
At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams. Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency. We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work. Learn more about our culture here. Job Description
The Senior Project Manager will be a member of the Supply Chain, Center of Excellence team reporting into the Director, Operations PMO. The primary role and responsibility of the Project Manager is to lead the execution of programs that are highly cross functional and strategically important in the areas of capacity expansion, MCTO, and VCP.
The Sr. Project Manager will develop project plans to ensure projects are completed within scope, time, and budget. This role is accountable for projects being delivered efficiently with consistency in results. The position requires extensive facilitation of and collaboration with the cross-functional groups including marketing, product management, engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, finance, and other teams, as appropriate. The Sr./Project Manager is expected to understand the company's strategic goals and initiatives, the current state of the business, and the internal business processes to ensure projects are addressing the most critical needs of the business.
This role is designated as a hybrid role which includes working at least 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) in one of our main offices located in North Olmsted (OH), Maumee (OH), or Oak Creek (WI) to foster better collaboration, connection, and innovation. RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate/lead multiple projects of med-high complexity utilizing Project Management best practices Lead cross-functional teams to deliver results by having the ability and open mindset to use different project management techniques as required (Daily Huddle, Kaizen, Agile, focused problem solving, etc.) Apply a structured planning approach and analysis to autonomously lead initiatives while evaluating progress, establishing project timelines and ownership, identifying measures of success, and ensuring results are realized. Execute on various daily, weekly, and monthly tasks that are crucial to the advancement of the project including: scoping and executing programs, adjusting program strategy as needed and providing regular cadence of updates to senior leadership, acting as a business lead for projects when required. Collaborate with leaders from the business, development, and operations across FBIN to continually identify data-driven opportunities, build cross-functional buy-in and commitment and deliver on innovative solutions to challenging operational problems Understand the goals and initiatives of the overall business and be proactive in ensuring that they are addressed in each project. Develop, monitor, and control project schedules with proactive risk mitigation and issue resolution. Resolve conflicts between competing priorities of various functions and escalate to leadership when needed in a timely manner. Identify, communicate, and mitigate risks and roadblocks within a program Takes corrective actions as required to deliver complete scope, at desired quality, cost targets, on time and within budget for own projects. Effectively manage scope creep as needed. Lead process improvement efforts that can benefit areas across the business Ensure project deliverables and tasks are appropriately resourced Assess, gain team consensus, and communicate project status to Senior Management Facilitate communication across all business functions and external partners Maintain strong relationships and trust throughout organization by building a cross-functional network of peers and leaders Assist in the development, implementation, and upkeep of standard project management processes, reports, and tools. Travel, as required (approx. 25%) Qualifications Bachelor's Degree, preferably focused in Project Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or Industrial Engineering. 10+ years of relevant project / program management experience, preferably within manufacturing and supply chain industries, plus specific functional area experience in construction management Six Sigma Belt certification, Lean Sigma certification, or Lean experience preferred Proven ability to achieve results through building partnerships and influence senior leaders, leading change without direct authority Experience managing large capital projects and construction initiatives PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Broad supply chain experience, such as new product introduction, supply planning, demand management and forecasting, channel operations management Experience with Problem Solving Methodologies & Value Stream Designing Ability to think strategically and execute tactically with a hands-on spirit Advanced conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving abilities Good business judgment, exceptional communication skills and ability to resolve conflicts diplomatically Ability to simply and clearly convey and communicate complex concepts Broad business understanding and ability to apply to current issues Additional Information At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates' unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates' feeling of belonging at work.
Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: water, outdoors and security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at fbin.com to learn more Equal Employment Opportunity
FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable Accommodations
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