Supply Excellence Manager - Columbus, Ohio

The “Plant Supply Excellence Manager (TPM)” is responsible to drive the overall Supply/Operational Excellence and its Foundations for the plant and its business platforms. This serves as a change agent and coach for the Plant Manager their leadership teams and the extended leadership network on effective deployment and execution. Success will be measured by the results achieved by the site in terms of operational performance improvements, capability building, and demonstration of desired behaviors, measured through the MSE maturity assessment.

A second but also very important set of measures is related to cost savings and waste reduction achieved through the effective application of MSE systems and tools at the plant.

The role also has oversight to Digital Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering within the factory.

What are we looking for?

• A bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering or Supply Chain required.

• A master’s degree is a plus.

• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, supply chain environment
• Understanding of internal manufacturing and major business processes, with a focus on FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) as a beneficial background.
• Familiarity with improvement systems and tools, including TPM, SIXSIGMA, Kaizen, and 5S.
• Ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally with Senior Leaders and stakeholders.
• Proven track record in leading step-change initiatives and best practice rollouts.
• Eagerness to analyze processes and inspired by maximizing value within the operational context.
• Fluent in English.
• Solid experience working with and understanding TPM principles and methods, specifically in areas such as AM (Autonomous Maintenance), PM (Planned Maintenance), FI (Focused Improvement), ET (Education & Training), and FMOS/DMS (Daily Management System).
• Excellence in Project Management, with knowledge in areas such as food safety, associate safety, P&L (Profit and Loss) principles, and Supply/Manufacturing practices.
• Strong analytical mindset coupled with substantial project management experience.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing improvement projects that lead to measurable financial savings in a sustainable manner.
• Strong understanding of Change Management principles.
• Preferably 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to be well-organized in handling operational responsibilities.

What will be your key responsibilities?

Promote and Instill a Data-Driven, Continuous Improvement Culture:

• Advocate and nurture a consistent, data-driven, continuous improvement mindset across all plant departments and employees.
• Clearly communicate the vision and translate it into actionable strategies and tactics through the Plant CBN, OGSM, and SSIP, driving breakthrough results.

Initiate and Implement Improvement Initiatives:

• Identify, justify, prioritize, and implement improvement initiatives to deliver measurable and sustainable results.
• Conduct periodic internal audits and health checks to analyze the effectiveness of MSE initiatives.

Champion Application of Plant Management System and Supply Excellence Methodologies:

• Act as the plant ambassador for the effective application of the Plant Management system (FMOS), MSE Pillars, and all Supply Excellence methodologies and tools.
• Provide guidance as a subject matter expert on methodologies such as OGSM, Operational Standards (SDCA), DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, 5S, OEE, and waste minimization activities.

Facilitate MSE Rollout and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Prepare, communicate, and engage stakeholders in the MSE rollout plan for the plant, outlining key activities, priorities, scope, and expected results.
• Partner with cross-functional owners to identify and establish relevant measures at all levels (KPIs, PPIs, and KAIs).

Develop and Deploy Governance Systems:

• Develop and deploy governance systems, visual management systems, data collection, and reporting systems.
• Ensure effective analysis of deviations and define and complete necessary actions.

Drive Data-Driven, Analytical Problem Solving:

• Collaborate with Manufacturing Technology to co-create data collection and retrieval tools.
• Promote data-driven, analytical problem-solving through the application of sound statistical methods.

Benchmark and Drive Toward Industry Best Practices:

• Internally and externally benchmark performance and drive the organization toward standards exceeding recognized industry best practices.

Coach and Mentor Department Managers/Pillar Leaders:

• Coach department managers/pillar leaders in the implementation and execution of plant supply excellence teams.
• Assist in training, coaching, and assessing plant autonomous and improvement teams.

Build Organizational Capability and Engagement:

• Mentor site and pillar leaders, facilitate change management activities, and advance critical competencies across the workforce.
• Develop a capability building strategy and training solutions to instill a continuous improvement culture across all organizational levels.

Collaborate with Other Plants and Track MSE Impact:

• Partner with other plants to achieve year-over-year financial and KPI targets.
• Provide internal coaching on MSE system implementation to achieve breakthrough improvements in TRS/OEE/Site Capacity and Cost optimization.

Monitor MSE Impact on Business Priorities:

• Track and understand the MSE impact on business priorities, such as OPEX savings triggered by problem-solving activities.
• Identify potential adjustments/improvements based on MSE Pillars achievements and success stories.

Integrate Digital Solutions with MSE Strategy:

• Promote the full integration of digital solutions with the MSE rollout strategy and Pillars implementation plans.
• Ensure clear cost-benefit analysis and well-defined expected results for digital initiatives.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.