BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Strategic Development Mgr at Spring, TX.

Position Title: Strategic Development Mgr

Location: Spring, TX 77389

Anticipated Start Date: 08/02/2024.

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 03+ Months Contract with Strong Possibility to Extension.

Job Type: [FULL TIME (40 HRS WEEKLY)] [CONTRACT], [ONSITE]

Pay Range: $40.87 - $53.50

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

This role will lead teams of experts from supply chain & partner organizations, and developers to design, develop, and deliver supply chain capabilities and business processes typically focused on strategic procurement, planning, costing, and related processes.

This role requires the candidate to independently apply supply chain and project management knowledge to lead the project team in solving complex business issues. Responsibilities include leading the development of new ideas and methods and driving solutions to complex problems where analysis of processes or data requires an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors.

This role will lead cross-functional teams providing direction and guidance to develop and deploy capabilities, processes & policies. The project manager will represent the project to internal stakeholders and exercise independent judgment to deliver the program or project objectives.

 Responsibilities:

• Lead large cross functional program teams of senior subject matter experts & developers
• Lead teams to define use cases & requirements, define solutions, and drive development, testing, training, and implementation to ensure a smooth and timely transition to operationalize new capabilities.
• Facilitate project team and sponsor engagement, create and deliver project updates, and ensure project tracking.
• Lead and report at all levels of the organization, typically engaging with subject matter experts, senior strategy and operations managers, and directors.
• Identify required project resources, including supply chain subject matter experts, and program management and development resources.
• Define and manage project timelines, resources, and scope.
• Deliver relevant project communications, artifacts, and deliverables.
• Advise senior management to help drive decisions, develop strategies, and organizational alignment, and meet stakeholder objectives.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Advanced understanding and experience in supply chain & procurement processes; knowledge of planning and finance operations are beneficial.
• Working knowledge of supply chain systems and architecture, including ERP systems, business intelligence, strategic sourcing, and product costing (Fiori, SAP HANA S4, preferred).
• Experience with solutions that support procurement fulfillment processes, data management, procure to pay, and product costing processes.
• Demonstrated success leading and deploying large-scale business processes, software development, business intelligence, or data modeling projects.
• Proven ability to independently lead and collaborate with large cross-functional teams to ensure proper integration & project execution.
• Demonstrated knowledge, execution, and successful solution delivery through structured project methodologies.
• Effectively communicate at multiple levels from individual contributors to vice presidents
• Experience with business process analysis, process definition, and design.
• Extensive knowledge of Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, data management applications, project management tools, and other relevant technology (such as MS Access, Power BI, JIRA).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills; mastery in English.
• Excellent team, project management, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills, including project structuring.

Education and Experience Required:

• First-level university degree; advanced university degree preferred.
• Typically, 10+ years of experience in supply chain operations, procurement, or finance.
• Preferred experience includes leading, designing and/ or implementing large-scale, global supply chain programs across multiple business units, functions, and geographies.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:

Supply chain operations, procurement, or finance, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, MS Access, Power BI, JIRA.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.