Site Initiative Manager

Position Title: NA EXO Site Initiative Manager

Location: Morris Plains, NJ, USA

Reports to:  NA EXO Associate Director

Direct Reports: None – Individual Contributor

Scope / Brands:  North American External Operations for OPI and Hair

THE OPPORTUNITY

We seek an External Operations (EXO) Supply Chain Site Initiative Manager, focusing predominantly on the OPI business. The months ahead look exciting as this Leader will have the opportunity to engage directly in the OPI innovation master plan for the years to come and contribute to Wella Company’s growth. The EXO Supply Chain and Site Initiative Leader (SC/SIL) is the single point accountable between Wella and the Third-Party Manufacturer (TPM) for operational matters. The SC/SIL acts as a project manager and owns the operating results, technical readiness, and schedule adherence throughout developing a new product innovation. The SC/SIL is the coordinator of all Wella interactions impacting the TPM and is the voice of Wella for the TPM. Main responsibilities are:

• Develop, maintain, and grow win-win business partnerships with TPMs. 
• Have operational KPI (Key Performance Indicator) accountability for all PQCDSM (Production, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety, Morale) measures across the supply chain.
• Develop and owns E2E the Supply chain readiness detailed plan and the related CPS for his/her supply chain with input from the initiative planner (at the planning hub) for all detailed planning and master data elements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Service: The SC/SIL ensures that the TPM executes the production plan on quantity, timing, and IRC mix in the most agile way. As needed, the SCL leads critical issues mitigation plan.
• Cost: The SC/SIL is responsible for the TPM operating Results. They own loss analysis activities with the TPM, leading and supporting cost-saving efforts (cost/unit) and delivering the business needs. 
• SLEA / Operating Strategy: The SC/SIL owns the documented Operating Strategy between the TPM and Wella to meet business needs. 
• Initiatives: The SC/SIL leads the Initiative Execution Process for the TPM from the Commit gate until the start of production (SOP) and shipment (SOS). For the execution of a project, the SIL is the TPM Site SPOC for the Global Initiative Leader (GIL). The SC/SIL works closely with the planning hub and the TPM site resources to coordinate the execution of the initiative at the TPM. 
• Quality:  Quality owns the overall results of the TPM quality performance, while the SC/SIL supports the plan, engages in discussions and plan development as necessary, and is a point of escalation if required.
• Cash: The SC/SIL leads the activities to improve agility (i.e., lead times and MOQ) for pack and raw materials and finish products. Additionally, the SCL owns the process for reporting, root causing, and disposition of any off-book liability at the TPM.
• Internal Controls and Business Continuity Plan (BCP): The SC/SIL owns the overall results of any internal controls program, including the action plan and monitors ongoing controls compliance for the TPM. The SCL is the primary owner of any BCP program at the TPM and should involve procurement in these plans. 
• TPM Scorecard: The SC/SIL is accountable for the operational and performance results of the TPM as identified in the TPM Supply Chain scorecard. 
• Supply Chain Start-Ups and Exit of TPMs: The SC/SIL is an integral part of the start-up and exit processes of TPMs

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• BA / BS (4-year technical or business) degree 
• 3-5 years relevant experience (Supply Chain or Procurement in FMCG, CPG, or regulated industry preferred)
• Solid project management skills
• Experience in manufacturing operations and finished good planning are key strengths.
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders (Project members, Procurement, Planning, Operations, R&D and Finance) via issue sheets or executive summary reports, including escalation to the Top Management.
• Demonstrated strong negotiation skills and end-to-end Supply Chain proficiency
• Analytical skills (cost breakdown, spend, volume trend, markets, supplier capabilities)
• Highly competent technical skills (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, SAP).
• Understanding of key cost drivers of all raw & packaging categories.
• Ability to lead and present concisely and confidently in public.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven ability to build strong customer relationships, delivering customer-centric solutions. 
• Conscientious and demonstrated ability to lead with integrity. 
• Recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures 
• Team oriented, collaborative, creative mindset

We disclose the compensation range for positions in compliance with local law. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, skills and in comparison to internal incumbents currently in similar roles. Pay Range: $100,000-$115,000 salary per year. The range listed is just one component of Wella Company's total rewards package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonus plan or variable pay, depending on the role. In addition, Wella Company provides a rich variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

NOTICES 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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