GBS - Beer Export & Project Manager
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The role involves managing the export team and operations in Runcorn, with the objective of enhancing direct dispatch from the site and minimizing third-party logistics (3PL) export operations.
Maintaining the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) network modeling for the Runcorn site is also a key responsibility. Additionally, it includes managing relationships and operations with merchant hauliers at the Runcorn site.
The role holder will oversee productivity projects across all beer sites to achieve GBS Logistics' productivity and carbon targets. They will report on all project progress and savings through our project management system and relevant forums.
This position is crucial for ensuring adherence to standard processes within our onsite 3PL export operations in North West England.
Key Responsibilities:
* Health & Safety Program: Maintain and lead safety standards across export operations.
* Performance Metrics: Define appropriate leading for customer concerns and health & safety. Establish clear export key performance indicators measured against improvement targets agreed with key partners, prioritizing direct dispatch from site.
* S&OP & RCCP: Create and maintain capacity forecasts for export operations to identify capacity risks throughout the year.
* Project Delivery: Ensure timely completion of logistics automation and productivity projects.
* Contract Management: Oversee export 3PL & 4PL expenditures, tracking through finance Business Performance Management systems (BPMs) and Operating Reviews (O&Rs).
Project Management Requirements:
* Project Planning and Execution: Define project scope, develop timelines, allocate resources efficiently.
* Automation Projects: Manage current and upcoming automation projects at various sites.
* Productivity Projects: Coordinate cross-site productivity improvements to meet targets.
* Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Track progress using project management tools; report savings.
* Risk Management: Identify risks early; develop mitigation strategies; establish contingency plans.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Develop communication plans; collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Requirements:
* Relevant Qualification: In Business Management or Supply Chain Management.
* Knowledge: Spirits/beers preferred; Comprehensive within the drinks industry desirable.
* Experience: Extensive experience in manufacturing; Manufacturing Excellence experience desirable.
* Strategic vision: With thought leadership; externally connected approach.
* Proven track record: In strategy delivery, project management, and partner engagement.
About Us: With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we're the world's leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 30,000 dedicated people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands.
Salary: Estimated salary range: €60,000 - €80,000 per annum.