We've been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there's a good chance you're only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It's what you'd expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.
Job Purpose
Contributes to the establishment of the regional manufacturing strategy in collaboration with the other members of the regional manufacturing team. Consults with site managers and engineering staff to develop projects and implement best practices. Contributes to the implementation of the regional manufacturing strategy, by developing and managing specific regional manufacturing projects such as large engineering & capex projects, manufacturing innovation, volume relocation, new product introduction, IT systems implementation, FMC cost reduction, MME, OEE improvement.
Job Responsibilities
Directly manage all aspects of project lifecycle for assigned engineering and supply chain projects across different sites.
Contributes to the establishment of the regional manufacturing strategy by developing and prioritizing the capital investment plan and Advising the Regional Manufacturing Director on opportunities to improve regional manufacturing.
Execute the regional manufacturing strategy established by the regional manufacturing team
Develops and maintains systems to track regional projects, project progress, status and budget position for project portfolio and report on the same.
Ensures compliance of engineering and project execution with all relevant Akzo Nobel and external engineering RAGAGEP, codes and safety standards
Formulates, organizes and implements projects and improvement actions to the highest standards, ensuring targets on customer service, safety, cost, quality and capital are achieved.
Determines the required resources, manages the project budget, and assigns responsibilities to individual members of the project team.
Manages day-to-day operational aspects of the project and reviews deliverables prepared by project members.
Applies project and business process improvement methodology and enforces project standards.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in chemistry or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Project management certification/diploma in PM or AN internal training (LPM, SPM, Helios)
10+ years experience in a relevant business environment with CAPEX and Engineering management experience, preferably in an international environment
Excellent skills in Microsoft Office and Projects
Expert level in Excel and PowerPoint
Strong AutoCAD skills
Good PHA Pro skills
Strong strategic and conceptual skills with ability to execute and follow through
Positive influencing: ability to convince others, gain agreement or acceptance of plans, activities and ability to move others willingly towards a desired goal or course of action
Ability to drive continuous improvement of the processes, policies, standards
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.
