Project Manager, Operations (OPM)

$92,500 - $138,700/Yr

Nobel Biocare - Yorba Linda, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Yorba Linda, CA

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Operations Project Manager (OPM) at Nobel Biocare is responsible for determining optimal manufacturing methods and processes for producing products, overseeing projects related to process development and reengineering in various operational areas. This role involves analyzing engineering designs, managing project portfolios, and ensuring successful product launches while driving improvements in cost, quality, and performance through Value Analysis/Value Engineering methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of projects/initiatives running in parallel, ensuring stakeholder alignment.
• Successfully deliver each project according to specifications, on time, and within budget.
• Serve as the key point of contact for all Operations-related activities in the phasing in and out of products.
• Centrally plan and coordinate all planning and logistics activities for the phasing in and out of products for assigned projects.
• Ensure optimum product availability for the successful launch of new products in line with launch plans, monitored monthly by KPIs.
• Act as the main project manager and take ownership of projects related to Operations in the Americas.
• Quickly learn and apply standard tools and processes implemented in the department.
• Maintain up-to-date status of relevant documentation and monitoring in a transparent manner.
• Continuously improve, develop, and implement global, robust, and harmonized processes for the phasing in and out of products.
• Interact with Operations functions, Launch teams, R&D, and Business Units.
• Identify, develop, and manage initiatives that drive service improvements and reduce supply chain costs.
• Persistently apply EBS (continuous improvement) tools like PSP, TPI, Kaizen, and other LEAN principles where suitable.
• Frequently request master data changes in SAP and learn basic SAP skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Engineering or similar field
• 3+ years of experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in Operations
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus
• Experience working with SAP (or other ERP) and Master Data systems is a plus
• Experience in Supply or Production Planning in SAP is highly preferred
• Ability to run a project from concept to conclusion, including outlining goals, project phases, timelines, resources, budget, and activities, as well as monitoring progress, taking corrective actions, and escalating issues on a timely basis.

Nice-to-haves

• Fluent written and spoken English; other languages are an asset.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; well-organized and structured.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills with good business acumen.
• Comfortable working in matrix organizations across multiple functions and geographies.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching