Business Transformation Manager, DSD Projects

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Job description

Job Overview:
The Operations Initiatives Manager will identify, create, and deliver best practice processes throughout DSD. This position will lead high impact process improvement initiatives utilizing Lean and analytical methodologies across KDP operations. This is a highly visible role with significant exposure to senior leadership on a regular basis. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated leadership skills, held various business roles, think strategically across a broad range of topics, and be motivated to drive change.

This position can be based in Frisco TX or remote

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Lead key special projects for KDP's Direct Store Delivery organization in warehouse, delivery, sales, and merchandising spaces with ownership from project inception through definition, execution, and closeout.

Collaborate with champions, including the Senior Vice President, to deliver value to the business; value will typically be measured in real hard dollar or working capital savings

Develop and Maintain Relationships - within the Operations Initiatives team and throughout KDP network

Managers success will come from people and process; developing and maintain the right relationships and using a collaborative approach will insure overall success

Develop People - work with all levels, from shop floor to management, and have a true desire to make a difference in all people you encounter

Drive Culture Change - Drive fact-based decision making throughout the organization

Duties will include project management, delivery of value through improved processes, leadership and support of projects

Will need to utilize system skills (data pull and analysis) frequently

Ability to travel a MINIMUM of 50% within the US and North America is an expectation of this job

Ability to Successfully Demonstrate the Following Performance Competencies:

Adaptability

Leadership Impact

Change Management

Innovative and Transformative Thinker

Effective Communicator

Tenacity in The Face of Resistance

Strategic Decision Maker

Ability to influence at all levels of the organization

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university and/or 5 years' work experience in an operations leadership or similar role in a company

Strong project management experience in cross functional environments

Ability to travel for a full week at a time and up to 50% as needed for a project

Ability to effectively use Microsoft office suite of tools (heavy emphasis on EXCEL and Power Point)

Ability to work full days on a shop floor or field sales-based environment. Frequent standing, sitting, climbing of stairs may be required depending on project assignment

3 years of experience working in a Direct Store Delivery network is a plus

Total Rewards:
Salary Range: $81,100 - $130,000 / year.

Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors

Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement

Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

Company Overview & EEO Statement:
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 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 , 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.

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