Manager, Operations Excellence

Where Conviviality is at work.

Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We're the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT Vodka, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Malibu, Kahlua Liqueur, The Glenlivet Gin, and Skrewball whiskey, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialite...it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.

Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in Fort Smith, is $81,040.00 to $101,300.00. The range may vary if the role outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate'sexperience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Purpose of the position

The OpEx Manager utilizing Lean Principles will work with the sites on operational Excellence projects and initiatives to drive Operational Excellence and effectiveness to improve performance, drive waste reduction and maximize value. Will collaborate with various functions- Safety, Operations, Asset care, Quality, HR, Finance and stake holders to deliver financial and operational benefits.

• Focus Improvement: - Provide thought leadership, subject matter expertise and additional support in developing practical solutions to complex analytical problems. Facilitate problem solving workshops with cross functional teams to address operational performance issues (efficiency, quality, costs) as needed across the site using six sigma philosophies and techniques.
• Culture: Serve as a coach to embed Sustainable Operational Excellence culture. Ensure Best practices align with the company ambitions. Live the PR values.
• Capabilities: Build capabilities, Be SME in Operational Excellence to operators and leaders. Be a qualified Trainer. Provide Technical support on the floor.
• Process Improvement: Be the driver of Strategic/ OPEX initiatives, Standardize the WOW, ensure all processes are documented and track.Provide insights to all data and including Loss and Waste generated.
• Strategic initiatives: Execute Strategic initiatives to deliver growth and reduce waste.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety: Model safety behavior and culture at sites to support zero LTA.s
• Waste: Conduct Loss and Waste analysis and then drive reduction in waste streams highlighted in Loss and Waste analysis
• Focused Improvement: Coach and support all levels of problem solving at all levels of the organization
• Project Management: Prioritize safety and quality in all projects. Drive sustainability and delivery through excellent execution
• Strategy: Keep up to date with Industry changes to further improve key operations. Support the build of future strategy. Support the implementation of key initiatives to improve Bottling, Processing, and Warehouse operations.
• Planning: Link with planning to drive effective planning of operations
• Logistics: Collaborate with Logistics to support process improvement in the E2E Supply Chain.
• Collaboration: Engage all stakeholders by creating energy and momentum to enlist their alignment and commitment. Involve all employees, mentoring and empowering them. The KPI improvement goal is to WORLD CLASS.
• KPI's: Monitor, provide insights, responsible for improved performance
• Customer: Demonstrate Good E2E supply knowledge and VOC
• Communication : Communicate clearly and concisely across a wide range of stakeholders and cultures. Provide updates across various methods to all levels of leadership.
• Analytical Skills: Provide insights to drive Operational Excellence.
• Benchmark: Benchmark initially internally and then externally to sustain performance.
• GMP: Follow, lead and coach Good Manufacturing Procedures, 5S rules and rules for Food Safety Regulations and Quality.

Qualifications for CI Manager

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain or Engineering.
• 5+ years track record in an Operations/ manufacturing environment
• Advanced training in Lean manufacturing
• Exceptional influencing skills and qualified training skills.
• Demonstrated high performance coaching skills
• Demonstrated passion for OPEX
• Self motivated, resilient
• Handle Multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• PROVEN Leadership skills in change management, managing successful teams, delivering performance in complex environments.
• Solid expertise (demonstrated) in a CPG company implementing World class CI
• Proven record of working across multiple cultures with strong impact
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

When you join Pernod Ricard, you'll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it's what brings our culture to life.

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone's working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team's schedules.

We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.

This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.

Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.

Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at PR_NA_TalentAcquisition@pernod-ricard.com.

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