Senior Director of Project Management

Overview ...

At JBT Marel, what we do matters, we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.

Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.

Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.

The Opportunity ...

As our Senior Director of Project Management for our Diversified Food and Health - North America, you will report to the Head of DF&H North America.

The Senior Director of Regional Project Management will lead the delivery of important projects across the region that have large financial impacts. We are looking for a leader with an understanding of project management principles, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to improve efficiency and improvements in project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: You will develop and implement regional mid and long-term project management strategies that align with JBT's overall our goals and growth plans.
• Project Oversight: You will oversee the delivery of important regional projects (e.g. manufacturing footprint, cross-regional/international projects), ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Team Management: You will develop a high-performing team of project managers across the region, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder Engagement: You will collaborate with all partners, including clients, vendors, and teams, to ensure project agreement and success. Negotiate with senior leadership across the business in multiple responsibilities.
• Risk Management: You will identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact and ensure project continuity.
• Performance Monitoring: You will establish metrics to monitor project progress and performance and implement corrective actions.
• Resource Allocation: You will improve resource allocation and use to achieve maximum efficiency in project delivery.
• Continuous Improvement: You will improve programs to enhance project management processes, and methodologies.
• Budget Management: You will manage the regional project management budget, ensuring cost-effective project delivery.
• Accountability: You will be fully accountable for the success and regional results of important projects.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Master's degree or MBA
• Technical or industrial manufacturing experience
• 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership role (at a regional level).
• Experience managing large-scale, capital projects, identifying consolidation, green field, and new projects across the organization.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile, Lean).
• Experienced leader with developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skill set to solve complex issues.
• PMP, PgMP, or similar project management certification
  
  
  

Working Conditions

• This position requires domestic and international travel up to 50%
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet project deadlines and meet with stakeholders
• This role can be remote or onsite at a JBT Marel facility in the US.
  
  
  

Why work at JBT ...

• We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.
• We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.
• We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!
• Benefits: JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan.
  
  
  

Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.

Equal Opportunity Employment

JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact us at the following email [email protected] .