Supply Chain Project Manager

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Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we help customers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, are all part of our recipe for success.

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Why work for Dawn Foods?

 

PEOPLE.    PRODUCTS.   CUSTOMERS.

 

Why should you apply? We invest in you!

• Industry-leading health insurance on Day 1!
• Competitive Pay
• 401(K) + company match
• 10 Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Professional training
• Family-owned business with over 100 years of service
• An opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce.

 

Job Purpose and Overview

As the Supply Chain Project Manager, this role ensures critical cross-functional collaboration, manages complex projects and implements innovative solutions that optimize processes and drive efficiency across the Distribution network within Dawn. This position is responsible for end-to-end project management and governance for key Supply Chain programs, including distribution center capital expenditures (CapEx), transformational initiatives (e.g., WMS and voice picking), real estate/lease renewals/new builds, Business Plan Execution (BPE), and continuous improvement/productivity initiatives.  This role ensures that all projects within the Supply Chain portfolio are executed on time, within scope, and on budget.   

 

The successful candidate will work closely with the Distribution Services Supply Chain (DSSC) leadership team and Distribution Market Leaders to drive the successful execution of Supply Chain programs. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills, a proven track record in managing complex initiatives, expertise in change management, and the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives.

 

 

What will you do as a Supply Chain Project Manager at Dawn Foods? 

• Project Planning and Execution: Develop and maintain comprehensive project artifacts for all Supply Chain programs, including project charters, business cases, project plans, timelines/Gantt charts, stakeholder analysis, risk management plans, and communication/change management plans.
• Progress Monitoring and Governance: Track and monitor project progress. Ensure rigorous project governance by maintaining project scope, timing, and cost controls across the various programs of the Supply Chain portfolio. Provide regular updates to senior leadership on the status of key initiatives, including milestone achievements and roadblocks.
• Training and Support: Develop and deliver project-related training and support materials, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and project management rigor throughout the Supply Chain.