Project Manager- Cheese

Weber Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber Inc. seeks a Project Manager for Cheese Solutions to lead capital equipment projects, coordinate with Sales, Factory and customers, and ensure on-time, on-budget execution. This role requires strong leadership, engineering background, and 5+ years in food processing or related fields.

Travel up to 50% across North America and occasionally to Germany is expected. PMP is preferred, and proficiency with AutoCAD/SolidWorks and SAP is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (electrical engineering preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of proven work experience in food processing or a closely related field.
• Will consider a combination of education and experience.
• PMP Certification Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, Plan, Execute, Monitor/Control and Close capital equipment projects.
• Direct activities of projects to ensure objectives are met within time and budget.
• Maintain constant communication with Customers, Sales, Factory and internal departments.
• Represent Weber, Inc. in customer project related meetings.
• Attend strategy meetings as a representative of the project department.
• Requisition equipment, supplies, materials from 3rd party vendors.
• Formulate reports on progress, costs, scheduling and related areas.
• Provide technical sales support including equipment selection and configuration.
• Duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Customer service

Leadership

German language

Strong communication

MS Office

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Salesforce

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PMP Certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Salesforce

SAP

Web-based project management platforms

MS Office

Job description

Job Title

Project Manager, Cheese Solutions

Department

Cheese Project Management

Reports To

Director of Cheese Operations

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Position Summary:

Primarily responsible for project executables, sales support as needed for workload and learning as assigned.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Initiate, Plan, Execute, Monitor/Control and Close capital equipment projects in varying scope, complexity and quantity.
• Direct activities of projects to ensure that project objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and allowed budget by executing prescribed project management process, including, but not limited to: facilitating coordination meetings, running acceptance testing, organizing installation/commissioning plans, managing action register and follow-up on deliverables, conferring on issue resolutions with internal teams, consulting with customers on project execution, closing and hand-off to continued support.
• Initiate and maintain constant communication with Customers, Sales Department, Factory, and all internal departments to facilitate project activities.
• Represent Weber, Inc. in customer project related meetings
• Attend strategy meetings as a representative of the project department.
• Requisition equipment, supplies, materials and labor from 3rd party vendors, where required.
• Formulate reports and work with other departments to formulate reports concerning such areas as work progress, costs, scheduling, etc. where required. Report audience can be management, factory and/or customer.
• Provide technical sales support and consulting when required, including equipment selection and configuration, equipment capability, equipment layout/drawings, project feasibility/execution, performance feasibility, testing execution and criteria, risk analysis, contract review.
• Duties as assigned.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects/priorities.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent technical written and verbal skills. German as a second language preferred.
• Must be able to follow direction and take instruction.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of capital machine projects and knowledge of slicing and/or packaging systems/applications.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from co-workers, subordinates, customers, and the general public.
• Proficient knowledge and experience with computers including MS Office, AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Experience with Salesforce, SAP and web-based project management platforms is preferred.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (electrical engineering preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of proven work experience in food processing or a closely related field.
• Will consider a combination of education and experience
• PMP Certification Preferred

Other Requirements

• Must have a valid and unrestricted driver's license. Real ID-compliant driver’s license or other TSA approved alternative form of identification required for travel.
• Valid U.S. passport or have the ability to obtain one.
• Must have the ability to frequently travel within North America and Germany occasionally.

Position Type

Full Time

Classification

Exempt/Salary

Travel Requirements

North America, Europe, 50%

Behavior Standard

Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a respectful manner to get along with customers, co-workers and management. Always strive to provide the Perfect Portion.