Missouri Enterprise ยท 5 months ago
Project Manager - Continuous Improvement
Missouri Enterprise is a dynamic manufacturing consultant organization expanding its staff of Project Managers. The role focuses on implementing continuous improvement methodologies within manufacturing environments and driving new client engagement while maintaining relationships with existing clients.
Business DevelopmentConsultingManufacturingQuality Assurance
Responsibilities
Implement and support continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, VSM, MDI, SMED, Visual Controls, Standard Work, etc
Identify, target, and engage potential manufacturing clients through direct outreach, networking, and industry events
Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure long-term impact, retention, and engage with additional opportunities
Bridge the gap between plant floor operations and executive leadership to deliver sustainable solutions
Conduct market research to understand trends, customer needs, and competitive landscapes
Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to prospective clients and stakeholders
Maintain accurate records of business development activities and project work in CRM software
Qualification
Required
Proven background in Continuous Improvement implementation within a manufacturing environment
Successful track record in consultative sales or business development, preferably with small-to-medium manufacturers
Experience with methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen
Strong manufacturing engineering and business acumen
Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience
Proficiency in the tools, processes, and methods needed in today's manufacturing sector
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage all levels of an organization
Self-motivated and results-driven, with the ability to thrive in both technical and sales-oriented settings
Benefits
Highly competitive compensation and benefits plan.
Excellent working conditions.
Opportunity to work with forward-thinking companies producing an incredible variety of products.
The ability to make a measurable difference in Missouri's manufacturing sector.