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Verathon · 12 hours ago

Senior Program Manager, Supply Chain

Bothell, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$128K/yr - $163K/yr

7+ years exp

Verathon is a company focused on improving supply chain processes, and they are seeking a Senior Supply Chain Program Manager. The role involves leading multiple sourcing projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant project completion, and providing mentorship and training on project management methods.

Manufacturing

Hiring Manager

Lindsey Nakashima

Responsibilities

Lead multiple complex Sourcing projects in support of the Supply Chain Team. Develop a comprehensive project Charter, Plan, and Status methodology/cadence while proactively managing risks and issues. Drive all projects to on-scope, on-time, on budget delivery within established variances. Proactively manage dependencies, remove roadblocks and hold project resources accountable to meet deliverables. Partner with stakeholders to effectively manage project change requests

Provide standardized work process and documentation for all sourcing projects and engagements. Work closely with Project Stakeholders, recommending and developing repeatable and consistent processes to ensure that Sourcing projects are managed effectively - Plan activities, resources, schedule and milestone planning, time, cost and budget estimates

Utilize process improvement and project management principles and tools to deliver practical solutions to complex problems while achieving project results

Assess change readiness and prepare plans for guiding stakeholders through change. Provide training and mentorship on project management methods, manage, coach, and mentor project teams. Develop and share new tools and techniques across functions, business and institutionalize them across Verathon

Monitor metrics, SLAs and KPIs. Develop, coordinate and communicate internal and external messaging and actions based on project schedules with internal and external partners

Request for resources, budget from senior leadership as required

Anticipate and proactively manage program risks & issues that impact project progress

Modify scope, content of program as required, prioritize individual projects

Lead in the development of new business process and/or improvement of existing processes

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementProject ManagementLean Sigma CertificationPMP CertificationAPICS CertificationAdvanced Analytical SkillsStrategic PlanningMS Office ProficiencyCommunication SkillsProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Ops/Industrial /Manufacturing engineering, Business, or related technology degree

A minimum of 7 years relevant experience including at least 5 years of project management experience

Strong knowledge of project management standards and processes

Ability to collaborate and partner with leaders, employees, and suppliers

Ability to initiate and create positive and necessary change with minimal supervision

Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Ability to create partnerships with suppliers and the manufacturing team

Highly motivated, self-starter

Innovative, creative approach

Strategic planning ability

Results & Team oriented

Advanced analytical skills

Ability to lead, energize and influence change efforts at all levels of a complex, matrix organization

Proven problem solving and decision-making skills; ability to evaluate alternatives, develop innovative solutions, display proactive approach and initiative to resolve obstacles

Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, presentation) with ability to communicate across all levels of the organization

Expert Level in the use of MS Office (Excel, Project, Word, etc.), Access, Power Point and other project management tools

Preferred

MBA, Masters Degree in a relevant technology field or an Advanced Degree in Supply Chain

7+ yrs. Sourcing/Supply Chain/Logistics/Manufacturing Operations related experience in an Electronics, Medical equipment manufacturing supply chain and or applicable Manufacturing / Hardware production environment

PMP certification

Lean Sigma Black or Green Belt or Certification in Lean Sigma training

APICS Certification and/or CPIM