Factory Project Manager
Posted 1 day ago by myGwork - LGBTQ+ Business Community
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Factory Project Manager role at Mars involves leading critical business initiatives within the Pet Nutrition segment on a 2-year fixed-term contract. The position requires a dynamic professional capable of managing cross-functional teams and navigating organizational complexities to ensure project success. The role emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and meticulous project tracking from inception to execution. Candidates should possess a higher education degree and relevant project management experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assemble and guide high-performing project teams, providing clear direction and support throughout the project lifecycle.
- Act as the primary problem-solver, identifying bottlenecks early and implementing creative solutions to keep projects on track.
- Track and monitor projects meticulously, from the initial "New Product Development" (NPD) phase all the way through to final execution and post-launch review.
- Ensure all milestones are met on time, within scope, and at the highest quality standard.
- Develop and nurture collaborative relationships across the business.
- Navigate organizational complexity with ease, knowing how to get things done in a cross-functional matrix environment.
Key Skills:
- A Higher Education Degree (Bachelor's or equivalent).
- Experience in Project and Process Management - desirable.
- The ability to build, motivate, and lead effective project teams from the ground up.
- The ability to develop deep, collaborative relationships across all stakeholder levels and diverse project teams.
- High level of proactiveness and willingness to take responsibility.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, complex environment.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
This job is with Mars, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.
Job Description
Job Opportunity: Factory Project Manager
Location: Hybrid, Birstall
Segment: Pet Nutrition
Job Type: 2-Year Fixed Term Contract
We are seeking a dynamic and versatile Factory Project Manager to drive the delivery of our most critical and complex business initiatives. This role is designed for a high-impact professional who can move fluidly between different functional areas, leading cross-functional teams to execute high-stakes projects with precision.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble and guide high-performing project teams, providing clear direction and support throughout the project lifecycle.
- Act as the primary problem-solver, identifying bottlenecks early and implementing creative solutions to keep projects on track.
- Track and monitor projects meticulously, from the initial "New Product Development" (NPD) phase all the way through to final execution and post-launch review.
- Ensure all milestones are met on time, within scope, and at the highest quality standard.
- Develop and nurture collaborative relationships across the business.
- Navigate organizational complexity with ease, knowing how to get things done in a cross-functional matrix environment.
About You
- A Higher Education Degree (Bachelor's or equivalent).
- Experience in Project and Process Management - desirable
- The ability to build, motivate, and lead effective project teams from the ground up.
- The ability to develop deep, collaborative relationships across all stakeholder levels and diverse project teams.
- High level of proactiveness and willingness to take responsibility.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, complex environment.
What can you expect from Mars?
- Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
- Join a purpose-driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
- Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
- An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
Mars is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities, long-term health conditions, or who are neurodiverse during the application and recruitment process. To request reasonable adjustments, complete our Reasonable Adjustment Request Form here.