Sr. Product Operations Manager

Stanley Black & Decker • Towson, MD

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Sr. Product Operations Manager, you’ll be part of our Tools & Outdoor team working as a hybrid employee. You’ll get to partner with cross-functional, Global Teams and manage the New Product Development (NPD) Process from End to End for the Tools & Outdoor Segment. Responsible for driving global business decisions pertaining to product changes (new/existing) and overall operational improvements. In coordination with internal business partners and regional execution teams, this role will be the primary leader for supply chain/operations within assigned sub business unit for projects. As the supply chain leader, he/she will be critical to the execution of these projects and must develop robust supply chain strategies to ensure on-time delivery. This will also include Continuous Improvement Initiatives relative to the Business Unit Goals. Responsible to ensure all business functions engaged, informed, and following Product timelines according to Phase Gate Process. Communicates Project status and obstacles to upper management and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and critical timelines. Identifies, and supports the resolution of issues within various project teams. This includes Product Management, Program Managers, Demand/Supply Planning, Global Sourcing, Manufacturing, Global Quality, & Engineering Teams. Document and track all critical steps in alignment with Project Schedules. Pre-Milestone Analysis related to Project volumes. Includes Annual volumes and possible discontinuation of older Tool models Conduct analytics to create detailed analysis of supply chain optimization initiatives to reduce total cost and lead time. Review master data set up to ensure full visibility to materials & operations - SAP Finished Good Set Up, Costed Bill of Material Completion, JDA Planning Parameters Recommend strategic capacity investments/requirements within assigned categories. Maintain centralized New Product Master and Volume Tracker to support planning across functions: Demand/Supply Planning, Finance, Product Marketing, Channel Marketing/Sales, and Operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations or another related field.
• 5-8 years’ experience in Purchasing, Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or Operations role.
• 5-8 years of management experience in Supply Chain Functional Teams or Project Management experience.
• Knowledge of business processes related to purchasing, customer service, sales forecasting, and operational planning.
• Demonstrated management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record in building and streamlining business systems and processes utilizing an ERP system.
• Expert PC skills (MS Office, SAP, JDA, Business Warehouse, Access, Excel, etc.).
• Effective project management skills and team leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred.
• Advanced training or certifications in Purchasing or Materials Management, preferred.
• Six Sigma/Lean Experience or Certification.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional, Global Teams and manage the New Product Development (NPD) Process from End to End for the Tools & Outdoor Segment.
• Drive global business decisions pertaining to product changes (new/existing) and overall operational improvements.
• Serve as the primary leader for supply chain/operations within assigned sub business unit for projects, in coordination with internal business partners and regional execution teams.
• Develop robust supply chain strategies to ensure on-time delivery.
• Lead Continuous Improvement Initiatives relative to the Business Unit Goals.
• Ensure all business functions are engaged, informed, and following Product timelines according to the Phase Gate Process.
• Communicate Project status and obstacles to upper management and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and critical timelines.
• Identify and support the resolution of issues within various project teams, including Product Management, Program Managers, Demand/Supply Planning, Global Sourcing, Manufacturing, Global Quality, & Engineering Teams.
• Document and track all critical steps in alignment with Project Schedules.
• Conduct Pre-Milestone Analysis related to Project volumes, including annual volumes and possible discontinuation of older Tool models.
• Conduct analytics to create detailed analysis of supply chain optimization initiatives to reduce total cost and lead time.
• Review master data set up to ensure full visibility to materials & operations - SAP Finished Good Set Up, Costed Bill of Material Completion, JDA Planning Parameters.
• Recommend strategic capacity investments/requirements within assigned categories.
• Maintain centralized New Product Master and Volume Tracker to support planning across functions: Demand/Supply Planning, Finance, Product Marketing, Channel Marketing/Sales, and Operations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits plan
• Wellness program
• Retirement benefits
• Paid vacation, holidays & personal days
• Access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior