Strategic Technologies Specialist

Bimbo Bakeries USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA is seeking a Project Manager for various projects within Baking Operations. This role involves extensive travel (90-100%), excellent troubleshooting, and data analysis skills.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Food Science and experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously. Support and training of cross-functional teams will be crucial for project success.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and data analysis abilities.
• Ability to train and develop others effectively.

Responsibilities

• Act as Project Manager for multiple projects throughout their life cycle.
• Support operations with troubleshooting and training as needed.
• Collect and interpret data to generate project assessments.
• Provide regular reports on project progress.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Training abilities

Networking skills

Communication skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Science or related field

Job description

Execute tasks throughout project's life cycle: Business need - Research - Business case - Lab tests - Bakery integration - Implementation and Support. Act as Project Manager for multiple and simultaneous projects. Support Operations with troubleshooting and training as needed. Work in partnership with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals. Collect and interpret data to generate project assessments. Provide regular reports on project progress. Develop and maintain scientific knowledge and technical skills relevant to the projects. Develop and train Champions/SMEs within the Operations team upon implementation stages. Understand Baking Operations and utilize this knowledge to drive project success. Proactively develop cross‑functional networks for different projects. Embrace a continuous improvement mindset to identify areas for improvement in projects and processes. Support Project transfers from other GB organizations including Global teams.

Understanding of Baking Operations. Analytical and implementation skills. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong troubleshooting skills. Excellent data analysis and interpretation skills. Ability to train and develop others. Excellent networking and relationship building skills. Ability to influence cross‑functional teams to gain buy‑in and support for projects. Communication skills with ability to interact with different levels of the organization. Continuous improvement mindset. Highly organized with prioritization skills.

Ability to travel: 90-100%. Most of traveling within US, availability to travel outside the US if needed.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Science or related field. Evaluation of Baking process technologies Root Cause and statistical analysis for continuous improvement Technical Project management with a Manufacturing focus Presentation of reports detailing data analysis to different levels in the Organization Product lifecycle Experience in the Baking industry is highly preferred.

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.