Operations Project Manager

Mondi; Milan (MI); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondi is seeking an Operations Project Manager for its Paper Bags Operations network. This international role focuses on coordinating digital and operational improvement initiatives across plants, turning data and new ways of working into measurable performance gains.

You will work with plant teams, IT, and Operations leaders to deliver projects end-to-end, driving cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement across Europe and beyond.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management, operational excellence, continuous improvement, manufacturing transformation or a related field.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, plant operations and industrial environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional projects and delivering initiatives from concept through implementation.
• Strong understanding of digitalisation and technology-enabled improvement within manufacturing.
• Experience with operational KPIs, data analysis, dashboards or performance management; knowledge of SAP Analytics Cloud/Power BI is advantageous.
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to work across functions, countries and boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Drive Continuous Improvement and operational excellence initiatives, including waste reduction and MMS support.
• Lead digitalisation projects across the Paper Bags segment from planning to implementation and follow-up.
• Coordinate digital initiatives within the Plant of the Future roadmap and drive adoption of new digital solutions.
• Identify performance improvement opportunities and share best practices across the network.
• Analyse operational KPIs and data, develop dashboards and reports, translate data into actionable insights.
• Build strong relationships with plant teams, Operations, IT and stakeholders across an international organisation.
• Support project budgeting, performance reporting and knowledge sharing for Paper Bags initiatives.
• Act as Super Key and Deputy Business Process Owner for the DACO platform, leading system developments and user support.

Skills

Project management

Operational excellence

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analytics

Power BI

SAP Analytics Cloud

Fluent English

Travel willingness

Education

Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

Lean Manufacturing Certification

Tools

SAP Analytics Cloud

Power BI

Job description

Flexible Packaging – Paper Bags

Locations: Spain, Poland, Italy, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia. Home office or plant based if near one of Mondi’s Paper Bags plants

About Mondi

Mondi is a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, contributing to a better world by making innovative, sustainable packaging and paper solutions. Our Flexible Packaging Business Unit includes the Paper Bags segment, with a strong international network of manufacturing sites across Europe, the Americas and MEAA.

The Paper Bags Operations team plays a key role in strengthening the performance and competitiveness of this global manufacturing network. We support our plants through operational excellence, continuous improvement, digitalisation, data-driven performance management and the implementation of strategic projects.

We are now looking for a Operations Project Manager to join our Paper Bags Operations team and help drive this agenda forward.

Your role

As Operations Project Manager, you will coordinate and deliver digital and operational improvement initiatives across the Paper Bags manufacturing network. You will work closely with plant teams, Operations leaders, IT and other stakeholders to turn data, technology and new ways of working into measurable improvements in operational performance.

This is a highly cross-functional and international role, combining digital project management, operational excellence, data analytics and manufacturing expertise.

Your mission:

• Drive Continuous Improvement and operational excellence initiatives, including waste reduction and support for the Mondi Management System (MMS).
• Lead selected digitalisation projects and initiatives across the Paper Bags segment, from planning through implementation and follow-up.
• Coordinate digital initiatives within the Plant of the Future roadmap and drive the adoption of new digital solutions across the organisation.
• Work closely with plants and Operations leaders to identify performance improvement opportunities and share best practices across the network.
• Analyse operational KPIs and data, develop dashboards and reports, support benchmarking and translate data into actionable insights.
• Build strong relationships with plant teams, Operations, IT and other stakeholders across an international, cross-functional organisation.
• Support project budgeting, performance reporting, knowledge sharing and key Paper Bags Operations initiatives and events
• Act as Super Key and Deputy Business Process Owner DACO: DACO (DAta COllection) is our tailor-made Mondi Paper Bags Order Management Platform, that tracks a product's lifecycle from the moment a customer places an order to final delivery. You lead and participate on system developments, change requests, incidents and user support.

Your profile:

• Proven experience in project management, operational excellence, continuous improvement, manufacturing transformation or a related field.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, plant operations and industrial environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional projects and delivering initiatives from concept through implementation.
• Strong understanding of digitalisation and technology-enabled improvement, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with operational KPIs, data analysis, dashboards or performance management; knowledge of SAP Analytics Cloud, Power BI or similar tools is an advantage.
• Strong analytical capability, with the ability to transform complex data into clear insights and practical business recommendations.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions, countries and organisational boundaries.
• A structured and pragmatic approach to project management, with strong follow-up and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive and creative mindset, with the confidence to challenge existing ways of working and identify better solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Fluent English; additional European languages are an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally across the Paper Bags manufacturing network, approximately 25–50% of the time.
• As part of their professional development, the Operations Project Manager will be assigned for a given period to a Paper Bags plant to cover Production/operations plant related roles.
• Valuable: Expertise/education on lean manufacturing, six sigma green or black belt, or CI project management; expertise on IWS (Integrated working system) or Process Engineer; expertise on Production/Operations roles on manufacturing (preferably related to packaging industry)

Our offer:

At Mondi, you will join an international team where you can make a visible impact across a global manufacturing network. You will have the opportunity to work on strategic digitalisation and operational excellence initiatives, collaborate with colleagues across countries and functions, and contribute directly to improving the performance of our plants.

We value passion for performance, caring and acting with integrity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people can grow, create and inspire together.

Get in touch:

We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future. Should you need further information, please contact Veronica More via email.

Do you want to know more about Mondi?

We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.

Our strength lies in our diversity.

We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities. Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above.