Job description
the operations sr project leader is responsible for leading local strategic operations projects and its implementation. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with proven “big picture” strategic, problem solving and change management experience.
main responsibilities
* set mexico local operations strategies to support the global growth of the business.
* determine optimal manufacturing footprint and capability in mex to support long-term category growth.
* perform financial analysis on assigned project to assess and validate the financial impact (roi, tariff, etc.).
* consistently visualize the entire scope of a project with very little guidance.
* communicate, both verbally / written, to ensure all groups are working toward the goal of timely project completion. Make presentations of project status for various levels of the organization.
* quickly, effectively, candidly frame up and escalate business risks/opportunities to senior leadership.
* converge solutions, options, plans, given general direction, for discussion in a relevant timeframe. Prepare final recommendations for upper management approval.
* regularly schedule, develop agendas, facilitate, and present project status and document project meetings.
* possess a high sense of urgency and deliver information in a timely manner.
* maintain a strategic cross-functional mindset and understand how team decisions will impact the entire organization.
* maintain the cross functional teams of each project engaged and inform of the project.
tools you'll need to bring with you
* bachelor degree preferred in business areas such as project management, finance, marketing, or organizational studies.
* formal project management training preferred (pmp certification).
* proven experience successfully managing medium to high complexity projects.
* operations experience with npd, sourcing, forecasting, and inventory planning.
* minimum 5 years of experience in project management of operations or manufacturing experience.
* proven experience with operations financial analysis and models (i.e. Make vs buy, standard costing, capex).
* proficient in the use of microsoft office software including microsoft project.
* experience with international work, factories, and teams.
* vital to be extremely organized and detailed-oriented.
* excellent problem identification and resolution skills.
* strong written and verbal communication.
* collaboration skills in an executive setting.
* ability to establish rapport and credibility.
* ability to develop options / scenarios for uncertain situations, and handle trade off discussions with a broader team.
* strategic cross-functional mindset.
* results driven and deadline oriented.
* ability to manage projects to aggressive schedules and results.
* ability to handle fast paced and agile culture, and adapt to constant change and competing priorities.
* excellent communication in english (interviews will be in english).
please send resume in english
position location: onsite, torreon, coahuila, mexico. #j-18808-ljbffr