Ecolab
Program Manager II - Industrial Division
Ecolab, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
The Industrial Division is seeking candidates for a
Program Manager II
reporting to the Director of Industrial Supply Chain PMO. This position will join the newly created PMO team and work out of our plant in Fresno, TXThe objective of this role is to create, lead, partner and execute cross-functional and cross-plant projects to deliver savings, continuous improvement and value to the Industrial Network. These projects would include but not limited to network optimization, plant productivity, and direct & indirect procurement enablement. This role would also be instrumental with organizing and leading loss analysis program with the sites and ensuring a pipeline of initiatives.Candidates should have a successful track record in project and program management and demonstrate creative problem solving, initiative, strong communication skills (written and oral) and cross-functional relationship building skills. Candidates should also have strong business-to-business process improvement experience, and the ability to understand, persuade, and lead people of diverse backgrounds and affiliations.Key ResponsibilitiesLead projects and program portfolio across Industrial Supply Chain network to deliver savings, continuous improvement and value to the plants, divisions and customers. Projects would include but not limited to network optimization, plant productivity, and direct & indirect procurement enablement.Lead and execute data analysis, where applicable, to drive business results (i.e. utilize DIFOT, open order reports, financials, etc. to identify potential optimization opportunities)Lead strategy, engagement and execution for Industrial Supply Chain loss analysis program in partnership with plants, logistics, planning, procurement, finance, OBLs, etc. Lead events to generate ideas, drive ideas to project to deliver and track savings in SmartSheet tool.Trains / mentors project team members in continuous improvement and problem-solving methodologiesNetworks with internal/external resources to bring best practices to the projects/organizationBASIC QualificationsBachelor's degree, Engineering degree preferred5-7 years of professional experience or master's degree with 3-5 years of experienceSupply Chain or Manufacturing experience preferred5 years process improvement or related experience, including 3+ years cross-function, cross-business project leadershipImmigration sponsorship not available for this roleKey CompetenciesIndependent thinking, decision-making on behalf of our businessEffective oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, good attention to detail and use of sound judgment in a fast-paced environment are essentialExcellent problem-solving skills, interpersonal and communications skill are essentialStrong relationship building skills & a successful track record of working effectively with diverse cross functional teamsEffectively leads up, down and across the network; sits at the table and makes decisions with senior manager, director, and VP levelsAbility to multi-task and prioritize diverse tasksExperience with Enterprise Excellence (LSS) continuous improvement and problem-solving methodologies strongly desiredAbility to collect and analyze financial & operational data to make recommendations and drive decisionsProven ability to drive change and standardize process and procedureBlack Belt CertificationPMP CertificationSAP ExperienceLean or TPM experienceA track record of driving improvement projects from idea through implementationBenefitsEcolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.Click here to see our benefits.If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.Covid-19 Vaccine NoticeDue to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.
Program Manager II
reporting to the Director of Industrial Supply Chain PMO. This position will join the newly created PMO team and work out of our plant in Fresno, TXThe objective of this role is to create, lead, partner and execute cross-functional and cross-plant projects to deliver savings, continuous improvement and value to the Industrial Network. These projects would include but not limited to network optimization, plant productivity, and direct & indirect procurement enablement. This role would also be instrumental with organizing and leading loss analysis program with the sites and ensuring a pipeline of initiatives.Candidates should have a successful track record in project and program management and demonstrate creative problem solving, initiative, strong communication skills (written and oral) and cross-functional relationship building skills. Candidates should also have strong business-to-business process improvement experience, and the ability to understand, persuade, and lead people of diverse backgrounds and affiliations.Key ResponsibilitiesLead projects and program portfolio across Industrial Supply Chain network to deliver savings, continuous improvement and value to the plants, divisions and customers. Projects would include but not limited to network optimization, plant productivity, and direct & indirect procurement enablement.Lead and execute data analysis, where applicable, to drive business results (i.e. utilize DIFOT, open order reports, financials, etc. to identify potential optimization opportunities)Lead strategy, engagement and execution for Industrial Supply Chain loss analysis program in partnership with plants, logistics, planning, procurement, finance, OBLs, etc. Lead events to generate ideas, drive ideas to project to deliver and track savings in SmartSheet tool.Trains / mentors project team members in continuous improvement and problem-solving methodologiesNetworks with internal/external resources to bring best practices to the projects/organizationBASIC QualificationsBachelor's degree, Engineering degree preferred5-7 years of professional experience or master's degree with 3-5 years of experienceSupply Chain or Manufacturing experience preferred5 years process improvement or related experience, including 3+ years cross-function, cross-business project leadershipImmigration sponsorship not available for this roleKey CompetenciesIndependent thinking, decision-making on behalf of our businessEffective oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, good attention to detail and use of sound judgment in a fast-paced environment are essentialExcellent problem-solving skills, interpersonal and communications skill are essentialStrong relationship building skills & a successful track record of working effectively with diverse cross functional teamsEffectively leads up, down and across the network; sits at the table and makes decisions with senior manager, director, and VP levelsAbility to multi-task and prioritize diverse tasksExperience with Enterprise Excellence (LSS) continuous improvement and problem-solving methodologies strongly desiredAbility to collect and analyze financial & operational data to make recommendations and drive decisionsProven ability to drive change and standardize process and procedureBlack Belt CertificationPMP CertificationSAP ExperienceLean or TPM experienceA track record of driving improvement projects from idea through implementationBenefitsEcolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.Click here to see our benefits.If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.Covid-19 Vaccine NoticeDue to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.