Continuous Improvement Manager - Supply Chain Finance
Company: Smithfield Foods
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
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Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great
job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We're an $18
billion U.S. food company with nearly 60,000 employees worldwide.
We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and
grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Join our family today.
Apply Now!Your Opportunity The position summary states the general
nature and purpose of the job.
Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. The
Continuous Improvement Manager identifies and implements process
improvement opportunities focused, but not limited to the
Transportation and Warehousing Supply Chain. Responsible to
identify business and operational processes changes to improve
efficiencies, reduce cost and increase customer satisfaction.
Provides advisement and recommendations to management personnel to
influence change and implement process improvement. The ideal
candidate will frequently interact with our business and leadership
teams regarding key projects and initiatives.Core
ResponsibilitiesIdentify, create, and manage process improvement
projects.Complete advanced data collection and analysis for process
mapping.Analyze and provide recommendations on business processes
improvements, implement enhancements to existing work methods,
flows and transactional processes to improve current
capabilities.Use continuous improvement tools to influence business
decisions.Conduct root cause analysis to determine applicable
metrics to troubleshoot business and operational issues.Develop and
Implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for methods and
processes.Lead Corporate Continuous Improvement initiatives.Prepare
detailed reports and presentations on key performance indicators,
cost reduction goals and project results for senior leadership. The
above statements are intended to describe the general nature and
level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They
are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform
other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to
perform the essential functions . Bachelor's Degree from an
accredited college or university in Engineering, Science or related
field and 5+ years of related experience and/or training, or
equivalent combination of education and experience, required.2+
years' experience acting as a lead by providing training, guidance
or mentoring to less experienced staff or managing processes and
projects.Demonstrated understanding of Continuous Improvement and
lean manufacturing principles.Demonstrated project management
skills.Demonstrated planning, organization, and execution
skills.Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced
level knowledge of Excel.Advanced knowledge of SAP
preferred.Knowledge of Transportation Management Systems and
Warehouse Management SystemsExcellent written and oral
communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical
reasoning, and adaptability.Ability to adjust communication style
based upon varying levels of audiences you will encounter.Strong
attention to detail, self-motivation, innovation, and ability to
operate autonomously.Strong interpersonal and technical
skills.Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic
environment.Ability to be respectful, approachable and team
oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive
work environment.Up to 30% travel required.EEO/AA
InformationSmithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to
workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender
identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled
individual or any other protected group status or non-job
characteristic as directed by law.If you are an individual with a
disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for
any part of the employment selection process, please call us at
757-357-1595.Salary Range$85,500.00 - $128,625.00
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