PMO & Performance Manager (Continuous Improvement Engineer)About the Role:The Plant PMO & Performance Manager plays a key role in supporting plant governance, driving performance improvement, and coordinating cross‑functional initiatives. The role ensures strong alignment across departments while leading continuous improvement and digital transformation efforts to enhance operational excellence.Main Responsibilities:
Support the Plant Manager in defining and implementing plant governance frameworks across all departmentsCoordinate the development of the Plant Master Plan, consolidating inputs from functions and aligning with central and area priorities (3-year horizon)Monitor execution of Master Plan initiatives in collaboration with plant leadershipLead the local budgeting process and oversee monthly performance reviews across SQCDME dimensionsCoordinate cross‑functional activities such as plant presentations and site visits and lead major cross‑functional initiatives as Project ManagerPromote and embed project management methodologies within the plant organizationEnsure alignment and collaboration across departments and central teamsLead the rollout of continuous improvement initiatives (e.G., TPM methodology) across the plantAct as a change agent, fostering a culture of performance and continuous improvementPartner with key stakeholders to design and implement improvement roadmaps and training plans, support execution of improvement initiatives at local levelCoach stakeholders on continuous improvement methodologies using a “train‑the‑trainer” approachTrack, consolidate and report progress on initiatives, training activities and auditsLead the deployment of Smart Factory and digital transformation initiatives within the plantDefine and implement digitalization roadmaps in collaboration with internal stakeholdersSupport execution and ensure adoption of digital tools and solutions, monitor and report on progress and outcomes of digital initiativesEnsure consistent tracking and reporting of plant performance initiatives, providing visibility on progress, risks and key achievements to plant and central leadershipFoster engagement, motivation and capability development within the teamSupport effective communication and cascade of priorities through line managersContribute to talent development, performance management and succession planningEnsure alignment of organizational structures with business and strategic priorities
About You:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration or a related fieldStrong experience in project management, PMO or operations performance roles
Solid exposure to manufacturing or industrial environmentsProven ability to manage cross‑functional initiatives and drive changeStrong analytical and organizational skills, with a structured approachExperience in continuous improvement methodologies (e.G., Lean, CI frameworks)Familiarity with digital transformation or Smart Factory initiatives is an advantageStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsPeople management experience is preferred
DE&I; at Ferrero:Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.Find out more here.#J-18808-Ljbffr