Production Support Manager

Auto req ID: 252133BR Job Description Main Purpose: The Production Support Manager: leads the team of specialists (process and packaging), labor planning, Learning & development, and the tool coordinator; oversees the L&D agenda and supports unit managers in achieving AOP volume and costs; owns different plant productivity projects and is worth at least 250k€ of short-term ideas; replaces the manufacturing manager. Accountabilities: SUPPORT MANUFACTURING PERFORMANCE Setting up and improving KPI reporting. Review and analysis of production KPI’s in collaboration with manufacturing manager Demonstrate personal leadership on the people agenda through delivery of inspiring employee communication and building strong involvement mechanisms. Ensure that production objectives are met, scheduling production for Plant to fulfil Company and customer requirements. Ensure that products have quality standards aligned with all applicable government requirements and company expectations. Understand and communicate plants capabilities and restrictions Develop the B/E for all ideas generated in QCDM DRIVE PLANT PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE Develop business case against items of the productivity pipeline (resources, capital, benefits) Manage the site integrated calendar in collaboration with all stakeholders Leads the development of Operating budgets (Direct Costs, Manufacturing Overhead, Capital); Provides analysis for Veurne Factory and for Operating P&L’s Track Actuals vs Budget, identify Risks and look for opportunities to maximize the effectiveness of spending; Perform Competitive analysis vs. Other sites in Europe. THE PEPSICO WAY Build a culture in which “engagement”, “sense of urgency”, “pride” and “flexibility” are strong values Respect for corporate values, labour rules and Codes of Conduct within Pepsico; Compliance with AIB standards; Respect and ensure compliance with the safety and food safety (HACCP) rules laid down within Pepsico and proactive reporting unsafe situations Back-up of the front line manager in his/her absence. Respect the PepsiCo safety standards and values and support compliance with GEHSMS standards and related audits Qualifications/Requirements Key Skills/Experience Required: Master degree or equal by experience <5 years experience in the FMCG environment Become Lean 6σ green or black belt of the site Recognized for broad thinking, as well as analytical talent Good communication skills interacting & aligning with peers and leaders when needed Process-oriented, strong hands-on mentality and continuous improvement mindset Demonstrated drive for results and a can-do attitude. Thorough knowledge of MS Office modules (especially Excel) Awareness and understanding of key legislative and safety requirements within manufacturin Teamplayer Differentiating Competencies Required: Embraces challenges and risk Conceptual thinker Deliver the right results through perseverance and a positive attitude Good communicator – both to the operator as to senior level (up to Sr Director) Relocation Eligible: Not Applicable Job Type: Regular