Strategic Technologies Specialist

Bimbo Bakeries USA; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA in Conshohocken seeks a Project Manager to oversee multiple projects throughout their life cycle. You will support Operations with troubleshooting, develop training for team members, and drive project success through strong analytical and implementation skills.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Food Science and has experience in the Baking industry. The role involves extensive travel within the US, requiring a proactive approach to project management and continuous improvement of processes.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel 90-100%, mostly within the US.
• Experience in the Baking industry is highly preferred.
• Technical project management with a manufacturing focus.
• Understanding of Baking Operations to drive project success.

Responsibilities

• Act as Project Manager for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Support Operations with troubleshooting and training.
• Develop and maintain scientific knowledge relevant to projects.
• Embrace a continuous improvement mindset.

Skills

Analytical skills

Implementation skills

Troubleshooting skills

Data analysis and interpretation

Training and development skills

Networking and relationship building

Cross-functional influence

Communication skills

Prioritization 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.