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Job type full-time
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Posted 29-sep-2021 service line gws segment role type full-time areas of interest project management, purchasing/procurement location(s) atlanta - georgia - united states of america, chicago - illinois - united states of america, houston - texas - united states of america, richmond - virginia - united states of america summary:
As a new member of cbre’s growing supply chain development team, you will support our blue-chip technology giant through the facilitation and ownership of manufacturing readiness, ramp-up, and sustaining execution for multiple suppliers (“integrators”) to the clientTo be successful, you will have demonstrated success in managing large programs, launching new products through operations, implementing lean fundamentals in low-volume environments, and driving cross-functional accountability, both internally and through suppliersYou will have the ability to quickly build influential relationships with key leaders, at both the client and integrator, and will have the ability to leverage the latter to ultimately achieve business results.
Ideally, you will have industry experience involving large scale hvac and cooling systems, and/or industrial power and electrical distribution systemsYou may also have exposure to construction project methodologies and management, and/or have demonstrated success in large scale project management.
Above all, you will drive for results with a focused, yet humble approach and value collaboration over independent decision-makingYou will be a self-starter, well-organized, and detail oriented, yet have the ability to respond appropriately to rapidly changing priorities and directions.
This role will require regular travel to supplier sites, otherwise the remaining time will be working remote.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
Above all, own the operations related execution for multiple integrators and productsDevelop program schedules in conjunction with the integrator, and align with key stakeholders with the clientIdentify program risks at the initial phases and proactively manage with both integrator and clientAct as a conduit for streamlined communication between the integrator and client teams, with an emphasis on being accountable to all aspects of operations-related communication from the client’s perspectiveTravel to integrator sites to build relationships and see firsthand build progress, issues, and opportunities for improvementDrive resolution of program issues at the integrator, with the client, and in their associated interactionsInteract with client site teams to coordinate integrator deliveries and site readinessContribute to new integrator assessments and ramp-up through evaluation of integrator production maturity in the areas of processes, production line layout, human work factors, quality systems, materials management processes, production control methods, and capabilities of facility resources.
With minimal direction, must have the ability to:
Establish oneself as a shared resource to the client and integrator to drive operations execution, whether it be for initial ramp-up and launch, or for sustaining manufacturing execution
Work closely with suppliers to establish development and production schedule, with clearly identified milestones that have been aligned across all stakeholders
Own the identification of program risks through facilitation of supplier and client risk management activitiesProactively manage throughout the program lifecycle.
Partner with client’s supply chain team to ensure integrator receives client-supplied equipment in accordance with production schedule
Determine need to travel and be onsite at integrator facilities to ensure program success
Hold integrator and client development teams accountable to satisfying deliverables per project schedule and at expected quality
Hold client teams accountable to defining and maintaining scope as a means to drive successful operations execution
Assess integrator’s production capacity and required resources to meet client demand
Serve as key team member in the manufacturing assessment and qualification of additional suppliers/integrators.
Partner with client’s engineering team to identify and implement process and lead time improvements
Employ lean fundamentals in long lead time, low volume environments to optimize flow and first-time quality
Be flexible in serving needs of the client as primary contact for the project team to the integrator
Partner effectively, and with humility, as a team member of the client’s contract manufacturing management team
Serve as key team member in the manufacturing assessment and qualification of additional suppliers/integrators.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability requiredReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
An additional requirement for this role is the ability to comply with covid-19 health and safety protocols, including covid-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing.
Education and experience
Bachelor`s degree (ba/bs) from four-year college or university and a minimum of four years experience and/or trainingOr equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred education and experience
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial engineering, operations management, or equivalent
Minimum 7 years in progressive roles related to project management, new product development, supplier development, manufacturing engineering, quality management, continuous improvement, and/or operations management
Demonstrated leader and sme of program management fundamentals - wbs, schedule/milestone development, risk management, scope management, issue escalation and resolution, communication planning and alignment
Complex program leadership experience, driving results without direct authority
Experience in leading operations related activities through a stage-gate npd process
Demonstrated success as leader in low-volume, long lead time environments
Experience in driving shop floor and/or business process improvement utilizing lean and six sigma fundamentals
Working knowledge of large scale hvac, cooling, and/or electrical distribution systems
Exceptional communicator who can express complex ideas in a concise manner, remaining calm in high pressure situations
Working knowledge of construction project and quality management (preferred)
Certificates and/or licenses
Lean certification (preferred)
Six sigma black belt (preferred)
Project management professional - pmp (preferred)
Communication skills ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most complex business documentsAbility to respond effectively to the most sensitive issuesAbility to write reports, manuals, speeches and articles using distinctive styleAbility to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients, top management and/or public groupsAbility to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups to take desired action.
Financial knowledge requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principlesAbility to calculate complex figuresAbility to forecast and prepare budgetsConducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports.
Reasoning ability ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situationsRequires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environmentDraws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.
Other skills and/or abilities intermediate skills with microsoft office suite, outlook, and intranet/internetAbility to use work order system.
Scope of responsibility decisions made with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, company policies and business practices to achieve complex resultsResponsible for setting project, department and/or division deadlinesErrors in judgment may cause long-term impact to line of business and/or overall company.
Cbre is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Note: an additional requirement for this role is the ability to comply with covid-19 health and safety protocols, including covid-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing.
