Manager, Category Operations

Rise Baking Company, LLC•Tucker, GA

13h

About The Position

Manage the supply chain and operations elements of end-to-end product lifecycle management to support the delivery of the category strategic plan. Assist with new product introductions, product enhancements, and new technology implementation at assigned production facilities. Develop and recommend capacity and capability strategy necessary to achieve both short- and long-term category objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience
4-7 years of work experience in engineering, manufacturing, or product development
2-4 years of experience in project or program planning
Cross-functional management experience and/or experience in a teaming environment
Skilled in Microsoft Office
Proven ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a cross-functional team
Solid understanding of financial metrics
Broad business understanding and a strong technical background in new product programs
Experience and reputation for successfully managing people and being able to coordinate the efforts of a diverse group
Strategic leader and decision maker
Excellent writing skills with the ability to present complex business issues
Customer-focused mindset

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree desired
Supply chain and operations experience desired
Industry knowledge desired

Responsibilities

Represent Supply Chain in Category team for all new and enhanced products and programs; develop and recommend technical strategy to ensure program objectives meet the product category strategic plan and resources are strategically deployed against business priorities
Provide technical assessment and recommendations concerning the feasibility of new or enhanced product development projects
Support speed to market initiatives for improved launch timelines of new initiatives
Assist R&D with production trials and lead first production as appropriate
Partner in preparation of capital proposals and development of the CEA documents for new products and existing product portfolio
Establish and communicate operations-related project requirements for scope, financials, resources, and timing to all functional areas
Partner with manufacturing facilities to communicate Category strategy, provide recommendations, and develop appropriate plans to deliver objectives
Work collaboratively with Operations and Supply Chain to properly manage new product availability during the launch phase
Identify solutions to supply chain issues (including new products and sales samples) and provide technical support to sales as required
Ensure plant readiness for plant production runs and align handoffs from R&D Product Development Manager to the plant
Work with Plant Management and Financial Controllers to establish estimated run rates, conversion costs, and crewing for new or enhanced products
Generate operational savings through productivity and logistics optimization projects
Develop and maintain expert knowledge of Rise Baking Company’s product portfolio
Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured product
Perform other job-related duties as assigned