Supply Chain
Permanent
Job Description
Join us to create change and have an impact in homes around the world.
At Electrolux, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people, and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.
Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute, and grow together.
Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home.
All about the role:
We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and independent Sr. Project Manager to join our team!
As Supply Chain Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of multiple, high-complexity projects within North America Supply Chain, in support of our 3-5 year roadmaps across warehousing, sourced planning, materials planning, and transportation.
This specific Project Manager role will focus on strategic projects within transportation and distribution/network design and footprint projects. The PM will manage complex, cross functional project teams, consisting of representatives from other Electrolux functions (finance, sales/sales operations, IT, product line) and global locations, as well as drive discipline within the Supply Chain Project Management Portfolio process, with the objectives of speed to market, quality, cost management, and operational efficiency.
Where you’ll be:
This position will be based in the HQ, Charlotte Office, North Carolina.
What you’ll do:
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Plans and ensures execution of project deliverables within agreed-upon timing and budget. Composes a project work-breakdown structure/schedule and plan for executing the project - including sequencing, identification of dependencies, duration and resource needs, cost estimations, budgeting, and control.
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Conducts regular project team meetings. Regularly presents project status reports to Steering Committee, other senior managers, and, when relevant, North America and Global Senior Leadership Team.
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Clearly communicates roles and responsibilities within the project core and extended team.
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Tracks progress against agreed targets. Develops and implements mitigation plan for at-risk items. Submits investment requests. Tracks and manages capital and expenses through close of project.
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Resolves conflicts with capex, schedules, and resources as needed. Elevates issues to management when necessary.
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Promotes culture of “Teamship” and professional accountability among core and extended team members. Communicates vision, promotes goal alignment, provides coaching and feedback for performance management.
Qualifications and preferred qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related technical BS degree with a minimum of 5 years related engineering and/or project management experience is required. An MBA is preferred.
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PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is preferred.
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Moderate travel (up to 25%) required.
Skills and abilities:
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Proven track record of successfully leading highly complex projects, from start to finish.
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Ability to lead, influence, communicate & interact with people within a cross-functional team setting, as well as customers and external suppliers.
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Strong analytical and organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
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Excellent written and oral communication skills including presentation experience to large and diverse audiences.
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Technology/manufacturing and consumer innovation experience/knowledge in a high-volume consumer products environment is preferred.
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Experience with computer applications is required, including MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, MS Project, and MS Outlook.
Benefits highlights:
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Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
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Competitive holiday and vacation time off program.
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Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with relevant company contribution.
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Discounted products and an EAP upon hire and tuition reimbursement after 12 months of service.
As part of Electrolux, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you.
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What We Do
Electrolux is a leading global appliance company that has shaped living for the better for more than 100 years. We reinvent taste, care and wellbeing experiences for millions of people, always striving to be at the forefront of sustainability in society through our solutions and operations. Under our brands, including Electrolux, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell approximately 60 million household products in approximately 120 markets every year. In 2020 Electrolux had sales of SEK 116 billion and employed 48,000 people around the world. For more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com.
