Operations Project Manager

The Project Manager PMO Operations is responsible for running projects and completing continuous improvement activities across TaylorMade, with a focus on our golf ball manufacturing facility. This position identifies opportunities, facilitates key projects defined by the Global Operations Strategy Deployment, and drives company-wide continuous improvement initiatives related to Global Supply Chain. This position reports directly to the Associate Director PMO Operations and is located in Liberty, SC.

Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities:

• Manages projects related to North American Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Assembly & Distribution, which aim to close gaps in Global Operations Strategy Deployment metrics

• Lead projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, alignment on expectations and deliverables, budget estimations, and implementation plans, including risk mitigation

• Works with managers and project stakeholders to establish and execute improvement plans and strategies

• Ensures the effective application of Lean process capabilities across all functions of the organization

• Accountable for capturing and communicating financial benefits resulting from performance-based improvements through data collection, problem analysis and effective project implementation

• Leads projects aimed at achieving and improving base facility and HQ KPI's

• Defines, organizes activities around, and creates an environment of continuous improvement

• Leads, trains, and mentors' others in Lean and continuous improvement methodology

• Creates long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines

• Delegates tasks to project team members who are best positioned to complete them

• Uses sound judgement and effective decision-making skills when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project

• Serves as a point of contact for teams when multiple units are assigned to the same project to ensure team actions remain in synergy

• Communicates with executives/leadership to keep the project aligned with their goals

• Performs quality control on the project throughout development to maintain the standards expected

• Adjusts schedules and targets on the project as needs or financing for the project change

• Performs other related duties and assignments as assigned

Knowledge and Skills Requirements:

• Ability to guide and lead non-technical personnel to technical solutions

• Working knowledge of manufacturing and/or supply chain/distribution methods

• Ability to lead implementation of solutions in areas of business not under scope of responsibility

• Demonstrated business financial acumen, organizational skills, project planning and management and team building

• Highly developed analytical, reasoning, and decision-making skills

• Advanced skills in troubleshooting/problem solving in area of expertise

• Demonstrated implementation of root cause analysis and solutions

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluent in English

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to work across teams and manage priorities to accomplish multiple tasks is required

• Passion for golf and strong golf acumen strongly preferred

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• Ability to quickly learn various warehouse management and supply chain related software

• Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines

• Proven success working with all levels of management

• Excellent presentation skills

• Strong ability to multitask and seek guidance if support is needed

Education, Work Experience, and Professional Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, or related field of study or equivalent work experience.

• 5+ years of relevant work experience in project or program management and continuous improvement

• Professional Certifications such as PMP, CSM, MPM, PPM, PgMP, PRINCE2, Lean, 5s, or other Quality Management Systems

• Experience with associated tools, e.g. Smartsheet's, ClickUp, process mapping, VSM, PDCA, A3, 4C's, facilitating and other tools

• Six Sigma Green Belt Preferred

• Experience in developing platforms for internal processes

• Experience in coaching project team members to strengthen their abilities and skill sets

• Advanced computer experience in data processing/evaluation and analysis

• Working familiarity with the Toyota Production System strongly preferred

Work Environment / Physical Requirements:

• Normal office conditions with heavy phone and computer usage

• Regular production, manufacturing, and distribution center conditions; exposure to fumes, solvent, dirt, dust, noise and changing temperature conditions

• Requires some travel: up to 15% overnight travel within the US

• Physically able to lift 30 lbs., bend, stoop, reach, and perform routine tasks as required

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time

• Ability to work extended hours as necessary.

• Able to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption.

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TaylorMade Golf Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religious creed, color, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.