This position is responsible for leading cross functional teams to execute Cold Beverage Initiative projects for our Keurig Dr Pepper beverages. Projects will be of varying complexity. The individual will work with internal & external business partners to drive full alignment of the project scope and timeline to ensure successful service across stakeholders. The project manager will engage as the primary point of contact for coordinating and ensuring timeline deliverables and strategic objectives are met. As a member of the Supply Chain Initiatives Team, this position will share responsibility for developing, maintaining and improving formal project management methods and tools across the company. This will be a hybrid role (3 days in office/2 days remote) working out of the HQ in Frisco, TX. Responsibilities: Manage and coordinate cross functional teams to ensure project requirements are validated and aligned to execute new product initiatives on time and in full. (Brand, Commercial, Engineering, R&D, Productivity, Regulatory) Requirements may include, but are not limited to: item set up, sourcing location, component bill of materials, capacity planning, production planning, transportation, and master data management. Identify and evaluate process/procedural gaps and collaborate with broader team to provide solutions and improve overall project management performance. Coordinate with Brand, Sales, Engineering, Quality, R&D, external stakeholders and leadership to understand project requirements and development of project timelines. Manage all Supply Chain Planning development and integration activities for assigned projects. Prioritize multiple, and at times conflicting, project deliverables. Make recommendations as needed to ensure successful and flawless execution of assigned projects. Communicate project requirements and launch strategy to manufacturing plants, as required. Manage and update any tracking or reporting tools to monitor accuracy and on-time execution of deliverables for each project. Identify root causes to supply chain-related gaps in project timelines and risks to deliverables. Support and/or lead issue resolution to prevent reoccurrence and improve project management processes. Foster a positive team environment where open communication and continuous improvement is valued. Ensure high performance results of your team by: Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributions Driving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talent Embracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failures Establishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectations Requirements: Bachelor's degree Information Systems, Business Administration, Supply-Chain Management or related field required, MBA desirable 3+ years of supply chain experience and experience with SAP or similar ERP system required Project portfolio management software experience required. Planview experience/skills desirable Experience in New Product Introduction required Experience in Consumer Products preferred Expertise in common knowledge-worker tools (Windows, Office Professional, Visio, etc.) and specialized project/program management software (MS Project, etc.) Excellent verbal and written communications skills Collaborative, appreciative style of management and engagement with others Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it! Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that's proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us? We strive to be an employer of choice , providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~28,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work. Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
