Program Manager (PM), Value Added/Value Engineering

Carol Stream, IL, United States

About The Job

Though you may not know us by name, youve most likely enjoyed meals and refreshments supported by our industry-leading brand portfolio. For decades, weve designed and manufactured foodservice equipment for some of the worlds biggest, most recognized consumer brands. We are driven to innovate with a clear purpose in mind: to enhance the eating and drinking experience, nourishing the people and communities we serve.

As Program Manager (PM), Value Added/Value Engineering you will be responsible for planning and executing projects that move the organization forward in a new and improved way. A key focus will be to collaborate with the category managers and suppliers to scope out projects for achieving the annual financial goals and working cross-functionally to plan out necessary steps to implement the projects on time. Projects will begin with pre-charter activity, where high-level concepts are reviewed (timing, cost targets, budgets) and plans are developed to support project launch and follow-through. The PM is responsible for working with the category managers, product teams and other functional areas to drive execution of the projects, as well as be ensuring the procurement tasks within the projects, are completed, as necessary. This role will drive both efficient and effective alignment with our business strategies of profitable / sustainable growth and efficient operations, as well as our product / project roadmaps.

This role is subject to our hybrid work model: we collaborate in the office on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Friday, you have flexibility to work wherever it suits you best.

What Youll Do

Align purchasing goals with business objectives, identify opportunities for savings and value creation, and mitigate risks and challenges.

Oversee and drive event-based ideation sessions and supplier workshops to create a strong pipeline of ideas for savings.

Liaise with category managers and other functions to ensure projects are being funneled, prioritized, tracked, and communicated.

Align and coordinate new sourcing opportunities with category managers, along with the PMO and continuous improvement teams, to ensure best-fit suppliers meet program objectives.

Represent the strategic sourcing & supplier management team through participation in regular program and/or project meetings.

Implement strategic sourcing principles across the team for new product and component situations.

Implement procurement best practices, design and institutionalize new tools to drive strategic value to the organization.

Prepare and present regular progress reports.

Work within a fast-paced, challenging and rewarding environment to drive exciting new product development, innovation, and continuous improvements projects.

Who You Are

Results driven with a passion for executing strategic initiatives and programs to meet or exceed goals.

Organized and capable of driving several parallel activities to support the overall goals of many concurrent projects.

Recognized for having a high sense of urgency and responsiveness that supports fast-to-market product launches.

Independent self-starter.

Takes prompt, proactive action to accomplish work goals with limited oversight.

Strategic thinker, with analytical and problem-solving skills to think strategically and execute tactically.

Skills/Experience Were Looking For

Must be a self-starter

Strong communication and facilitation skills

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Results-oriented

Collaborative with a high degree of situational awareness

Skilled problem solving

Fluent in MS Office suite

Required Qualifications

Minimum 10 years of relevant combined experience in supply chain, procurement, manufacturing and/or program management disciplines.

Bachelors Degree in Engineering or other technical discipline supported by experience that demonstrates fit within the role.

Project Management certification a plus

Masters degree preferred

Benefits

We support your well-being with comprehensive and easy-to-use benefits that youll be eligible to enroll in on your first day of employment. Here are some of the highlights:

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug insurance plans

Access to a Health Advocate who is an expert in Marmons health plan and can help you select the best health benefits for you and your family

Tax advantaged spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses

Wellness programs and resources including Telehealth, Mental Health, Fitness, and Family Planning

Generous paid time off for personal use, holidays, and parental leave

Company-sponsored life insurance

401(k) with fully vested company match; Marmon may also make an additional annual discretionary contribution to your account, whether or not you contribute on your own

Financial and retirement advising

About Marmon Holdings

Marmon Holdings, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company, comprises 11 groups and more than 100 autonomous businesses with total annual revenue of $10 billion. Marmons 28,000-plus team members are celebrating the company's 70th anniversary in 2023 and helping write the next chapter of Marmon's story.