National Manufacturing Excellence Manager

Lead and manage the implementation of the Bunge Production System (BPS) and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives at the Rajpura plant. Drive operational excellence through structured methodologies to enhance productivity, quality, safety, and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• BPS & CI Implementation:
• Coordinate and deploy Bunge Production System (BPS) pillars across departments.
• Directly lead the Continuous Improvement (CI) pillar including 5S, Kaizen, RCA, SMED, Visual Management, Error Proofing, and Strategy Deployment.
• Operational Support:
• Assist functional departments in adopting Bunge Operational Systems and meeting KPI targets.
• Facilitate deployment of global programs across production, utilities, safety, quality, and warehousing.
• Project Management & Improvement Initiatives:
• Lead focused CI projects in areas such as energy optimization, yield improvement, and cost efficiency.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure alignment with global operational standards and compliance.
• Employee Engagement & Training:
• Conduct training sessions to build internal capabilities on BPS, CI tools, and operational excellence.
• Foster a culture of ownership through CI engagement platforms and reward/recognition programs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Work closely with various departments for plant-wide excellence and collaborative improvement initiatives.
• Support TPM initiatives and reliability-centered maintenance programs.
• Monitoring & Reporting:
• Generate periodic reports and presentations on CI project progress, KPIs, and audit findings.
• Analyze performance trends using data-driven insights and recommend corrective actions.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Initiative & Execution Excellence
• Strong Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Mentoring & Interpersonal Skills
• Project Management & Budget Handling
• Hands-on Experience with MS Office and Minitab/statistical tools

Preferred Background

• Experience working in FMCG or food manufacturing environments
• Hands-on implementation of a global production system in a multinational setup
• Proven track record in CI projects delivering measurable results
• Exposure to TPM, Lean, and Six Sigma frameworks

Working Conditions & Interfaces

• Internal Contacts: Plant Operators, Line Supervisors, Functional Heads
• External Contacts: Global/Regional CI Experts, Consultants (as applicable)
• Travel: Occasional travel for training or audits may be required