Program Manager - Supply Chain and Manufacturing Operations

Overview
Hexagon's Autonomous Solutions division seeks a Program Manager - Supply Chain and Manufacturing Operations with experience in Process Improvement Initiatives to join our organization. This role will drive synergy and efficiency across the supply chain, manufacturing, and manufacturing engineering teams, with cross-division projects and programs and oversee successful integration across various processes, teams, and tools.

Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, you will work with talented Supply Chain, Production and Manufacturing Engineering teams across the Hexagon Mining and Autonomy & Positioning divisions to deliver on complex Projects.

Responsibilities
As a Program Manager - Supply Chain and Manufacturing Operations, your Responsibilities include:

Collaborate with Operations, Engineering and Leadership teams to identify, analyze, scope, and prioritize improvement opportunities within Supply Chain and Manufacturing Operations.

Manage cross-divisional process improvement projects and programs designed to drive efficiency and profitability in Operations across the divisions with a strong focus on execution

Enhance integration and alignment between Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Manufacturing Engineering teams from conception to institutionalization.

Oversee and Manage cross-division/strategic Business Operations Programs, including:

Stakeholder Management: Working with stakeholders to define the program structure and management strategy.

Program Operating Model: Defining a method of operations to ensure efficient executions of all projects and activities within the program

Program Execution and Delivery: Building and executing program plans to deliver best-in-class solutions that meet the business objectives

Reporting and Risk Management: Ensure timely and clear communication with stakeholders, including the appropriate escalation of issues

Ongoing Prioritization: Management and prioritization of cross-project issues to drive success

Implement robust reporting mechanisms to track and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Manufacturing Engineering, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

Develop and promote program and project management best practices and procedures tailored to supply chain, manufacturing, and manufacturing engineering projects' unique needs.

Serve as a mentor and coach other initiative leaders within the Business Operations Leadership team.

Collaborate with the Principal Program Manager - Process Improvements to implement consistent planning and reporting frameworks for Process Improvement initiatives.

Qualifications
Must-Have:

7+ years of combined new product introduction, project management, and people management experience in a quality, engineering, supply chain, or manufacturing role in an Automotive, Electronics or high-volume manufacturing business.

Proven ability to manage complex projects or programs and deliver defined outcomes

Proven ability to motivate and inspire others to do their best work

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate project updates and key insights to stakeholders at all levels.

Solid understanding of project and program management methodologies, focusing on Supply Chain and Manufacturing best practices.

Demonstrated experience driving change initiatives and ensuring sustained improvements within Supply Chain and Manufacturing Operations.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science.

Key Success Factors:

Strong interpersonal skills for fostering productive relationships and creating a collaborative working atmosphere

Ability to influence and motivate those around you

Nice-to-Have:

Full working knowledge of FMEA, Control Plans, Advanced Product Quality Planning, Statistical Process Control and 8D problem-solving methodologies

Excellent analytical abilities, technical writing ability and comprehensive understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including ISO 9000 and TS-16949

Lean Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certifications

Experience with Scaled Agile frameworks

PMP (or comparable) designation

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications for this role? Let us decide! At Hexagon, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you're excited about the opportunities this role could bring, we encourage you to apply. For any questions about the role or our company, please email our team at *** and we will be pleased to follow up with you. Please do not send cover letters or resumes to this address.

The Company: Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality, and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector, and mobility applications. You'll be joining over 22,000 people in 50 countries on the leading edge of your field.

This position is with Hexagon's A&P division, a global technology leader, pioneering end-to-end solutions industry leaders rely on for assured positioning and autonomy on land, sea and air. Our work touches every aspect of life, from sustainability on Earth to enabling autonomy. Within the Autonomy & Positioning division your work will contribute to the operation of our brands NovAtel, Veripos, Antcom, Hexagon Agriculture and AutonomouStuff. Our organization is a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment. Come see why we are recognized as one of Alberta's Top Employers.

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