Program Manager, Value Added/Value Engineering

Company:  Marmon Holdings, Inc.
Location: Carol Stream
Closing Date: 16/10/2024
Salary: £100 - £125 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Marmon Foodservice Technologies, Inc.

Come join a team where People make the difference!As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.

About T he Job

Though you may not know us by name, you’ve most likely enjoyed meals and refreshments supported by our industry-leading brand portfolio. For decades, we’ve designed and manufactured foodservice equipment for some of the world’s 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 Prog ram Manager (PM) , Value Added/Value Engineering you will be responsible for planning and execut ing 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 project s for achieving the annual financial goals a nd working cross-functionally to plan out necessary steps to implement the projects on time. P rojects 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 work ing with the c ategory m anagers , p roduct t eams and other functional ar eas to drive execution of the project s , as well as be ensuring the procurement tasks within the project s , are completed, as necessary. T h is role will drive both efficient and effective a lignment 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 You’ll 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 .

  • L iaise 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 p articipat ion 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 c ontinuous improvements projects .

Who You Are

  • Results driven with a passion for executing strateg ic 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 s elf- s tarter .

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

  • Strategic t hinker , with analytical and problem-solving skills to think strategically and execute tactically .

Skills/ Experience We’re 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 .

  • Bachelor ’s Degree in Engineering or other technical discipline supported by experience that demonstrates fit within the role.

  • Project Management certification a plus

  • Master’s degree preferred


Benefits

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

  • Medical , Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug insurance plans

  • Access to a Health Advocate who is an expert in Marmon’s 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 p aid time off for personal use, holidays, and parental leave

  • C ompany-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

  • F inancial 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 . Marmon’s 28,000-plus team members are celebrating the company's 70th anniversary in 2023 and helping write the next chapter of Marmon's story.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law .

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to , and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

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