Principal Responsibilities
* Drive key goals and objectives of L&D to include; 100% to be integrated into the TMS.
* Design and implement innovative solutions to drive, 99% accrual accuracy, 98% zero touch in job creation and invoice audit
* Using automation and innovation increase efficiency in the Control Tower to allow for expansion and focus on value add activity
* Project lead and responsible person for all parallel projects that impact Global Transport, including SAP upgrades, new tool implementation across Global Operations and improvement requests from outside the function.
* Lead all site/multisite implementation activities associated with the rollout to remaining sites.
* Lead TMS Global implementation at sites, 3PLs, Sterilisers, 3PFGs, Raw material Suppliers and Transport Suppliers.
* Responsible for ensuring the system and data warehousing solutions meet the needs and requirements of the business.
* Develops and manages project schedules to ensure all milestones are met, including leading and managing a team to transition site/s from current processes and systems ensuring all local procedures are updated and reflect the new global process.
* Develop and manage the transition/implementation plans for the site/s with the understanding of the requirements for all functions impacted by change.
* Responsible for all project management activities, including but not limited to: Change Control, Communications, Risk Management, Budgetary Management and Scheduling.
* Actively identify risks to any element of the project and pro-actively work to find solutions.
* Ensures there is effective engagement and alignment with site and global leadership.
* Interfaces directly with business and process partners to understand their needs and objectives first-hand.
* Work with SMEs, site champions and functions to integrate the global TMS solution into the site while minimizing impact to the business as part of cutover.
* Conduct workshops with business SMEs and technical teams as required
* Lead data migration activities to migrate data as part of the rollout of the new TMS solution.
* Provide updates, reports, monitor KPIs and identify risks for site data migration in line with overall project plan.
* Ensure quality of documentation produced
* Present updates via PowerPoint & internal Planview system on status, risks, budget, timeline..
* Ensure proper communication of project at site level in partnership with operations to ensure project success.
* Responsible for ensuring all deliverables have been met and finalize the project
Education / Experience Requirements
* The ideal candidate will have prior experience in leading a similar initiative in a fast-paced work environment with strong analytical ability
* Strong project management and organizational change management skills
* Understanding of Design Control, Change Control, Product Life Cycle Management, Sustaining Changes, including experience of cost savings and product / process improvement
* SAP knowledge is an advantage, but not essential
* TMS knowledge is a distinct advantage
* Project management experience with IT system roll outs
* Ability to accurately scope projects and consider the full impact of decisions and actions taken.
* Ability to work well under deadlines and pressure.
* Effective communicator of issues, facts and ideas/solutions to senior members of the organization.
* Strong problem solving and analytical skills, developing creative solutions and meeting project objectives.
* Proven facilitation skills across multiple business disciplines, organization levels and geographies.
* Strong presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
* Manage personnel directly or indirectly to achieve the objectives of the project.
* Must be fluent in English both written and oral.
* Excellent written, presentation, communication, and investigation skills.
* Outstanding computer skills including MRP, Microsoft Excel and MS Suite.
* Proficient in Microsoft Power Bi.
* Excellent organizational and analytical skills
* PMP Certification required
* MS Project knowledge required
* Bachelor (or equivalent) degree required
* 5+ years experience in an Project or Programme Role required
* Experience with deployment of Global TMS or equivalent system roll out
* Six Sigma or other Business Process Mapping certification a plus.
* Agile, Lean, or Prince2 advantage
Specialized Skills / Other Requirements
* Strong people management skills
* Approachable and enthusiastic.
* Flexible and adaptable.
* Innovative
* Good organizational skills with cultural awareness and sensitivity
* Good judgment and problem solving ability & is capable of understanding the impact of decision making