Reference #: 24248General PurposeWork with the Group VP and other leaders to manage, develop, and execute the site business plan. Meet or exceed business unit KPIs and execute growth plan to achieve net income objectives through effective leadership of others.  Collaborate and align with cross-functional teams to plan and implement the business strategies.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage operating plan to meet or exceed local business unit objectives. Determine strategies and tactics for achieving financial objectives, presenting assumptions and recommending objectives. Make sound business projections, identify the impact of budgetary assumption changes, and make appropriate adjustments. Effectively manage assets such as plant equipment, inventory, and receivables to balance short and long-term business needsRegularly evaluate business plan trade-offs and capital strategy and communicate any critical issues to the Group VP and executive team. Present trade-offs with sound recommendations for different courses of actionWorking with the Group VP, assist in the development of pricing strategies to maximize operating income for assigned business unit, considering the impact to the company as a whole, while working collaboratively with Sales and Trade Marketing. Analyze cost drivers such as commodities, fuel, resin, etc., to determine selling price. Monitor market conditions (customer, competitor, and consumer) to determine demands and opportunities and recommend action. Utilize data and analysis to foster a culture of continuous improvementLead Operation Team to direct production activities and ensure safety and compliance with quality control standards, regulatory compliance, and lease agreements. Drive operational excellence by improving the planning and score carding disciplines for the operations team. Assure organizational production objectives and customer needs are metIn partnership with Sales teams, develop strategies to grow volume for the location. Consider the impact to the business overall when evaluating potential new business opportunitiesDevelop strategies and initiatives to optimize distribution and warehouse networksEffectively lead cross-functional projects related to growth opportunities, continuous improvement, and other key business initiatives. Set clear direction for project teams and involve appropriate people and functions to design, develop, and implement key continuous improvement initiatives and ensure standard processes, tool, etc., are implemented and leveraged effectively. Meet project objectives through well-coordinated and integrated work efforts. Use a collaborative approach to ensure that new initiatives are well-executedPartner with Marketing to successfully commercialize new product launches and product improvements to the marketplace. Bring ideas from concept to marketplace launchLeads SKU rationalization to manage and maintain portfolio healthEffectively manage risk to the business unit and company by considering the legal implications of business decisions. Exercise sound judgment when entering into contractual agreements related to new business and consult next level manager as appropriateConduct meetings with management and staff to ensure all operational issues are being communicated and addressed expediently with a common understanding of goalsCommunicate company goals and assist in establishing objectives that align with plant and company goals; communicate plant direction, focus and goalsProvide appropriate direction, mentoring, training, and development planning for managers. Identify and retain highly effective personnel through proper selection, training and task assignment. Actively work with direct reports to cultivate capabilities and utilize strengths to support career development and succession planning effortsMaintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all company, state and federal regulations regardin health and safety issuesFollow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all company regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirementsThe requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

　　Education and ExperienceUndergraduate degree in related curriculum preferred10 or more years' experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food and/or beverage manufacturingExperience managing cross-functional teams of including Sales, Marketing, and/or Operations preferred2 or more years' management experienceProven track record of improved results in the areas of quality, safety, service and costCertification and/or License - may be required during course of employmentKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesUnderstanding of the division's strategy, goals and objectivesInsight into the organizational structure and stakeholder needsUnderstanding of financials, sales and marketing, and manufacturing and distribution processesAble to identify business process opportunities and develop/implement strategies for successAble to consider both strategic and practical implications for proposed course of actionAble to build relationships with individuals across the organizationAble to influence people in their opinions, attitudes, or judgmentsAble to bring project to successful completion through political sensitivityAble to establish effective relationships and independently manage those relations with all levels of internal staff and external customers, business partners, and vendorsAble to demonstrate solid business judgment and decision-making skillsAble to lead and inspire people and achieve results through othersAble to interact and communicate effectively with employees and customers at various levels, including persuasive communicationAble to understand the importance of managing the "people" issues related to the projectAble to demonstrate a high level of comfort in changing environment and ability to adapt approach as the environment and requirements changeAble to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalismMust be able to read, write and speak EnglishAn Equal Opportunity Employer

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