Project Manager - Supply Chain

at Hanchett Paper Company dba Shorr Packaging Corp. in Aurora, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Together, We Own it! Start your employee owner journey with Shorr Packaging.

The Project Manager - Supply Chain is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing projects that support organizational objectives and strategic initiatives. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with defined scope and quality standards. The Project Manager collaborates with cross-functional teams, vendors, stakeholders, and leadership to drive successful project outcomes while promoting continuous improvement and project management best practices.

Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution
Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements.
Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success metrics.
Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary to ensure successful execution.
Track project milestones and manage project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Continuous Improvement & Project Governance
Support and drive continuous improvement initiatives across business processes and project execution.
Promote project management standards, methodologies, and best practices.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and project outcomes.
Assist in developing project management tools, templates, and reporting processes.
Stakeholder Communication & Reporting
Lead project meetings and facilitate productive discussions among project team members.
Provide regular project status updates, reports, and presentations to stakeholders and leadership.
Ensure clear communication of project goals, risks, milestones, and deliverables.
Manage stakeholder expectations and address concerns proactively.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Facilitate communication and coordination between internal departments, external vendors, and leadership teams.
Identify and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies.
Foster collaboration and accountability across project teams.
Support change management efforts associated with project implementation and adoption.

Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain or equivalent experience
Minimum 3+ years of project management experience in a corporate supply chain or warehouse operations.
Experience leading cross-functional projects from initiation through completion.
PMP certification and Lean Six Sigma preferred but not required
Experience using AI-powered business tools preferred

Compensation
The base pay range for this role is $100,000 - $125,000 per year.

Shorr Packaging does not provide work authorization sponsorship for this position.

Shorr Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Together, We Own It!
Comprehensive Employee Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverages
Generous PTO with vacation, sick and floating holidays.
401K plan plus matching
Team based Employee Owner company culture

Shorr Packaging Corp is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy of Shorr Packaging Corp to afford full Equal Employment Opportunity, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status or disability status or any other legally protected status.

Shorr Packaging Corporation is an equal-opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. It is the policy of the Shorr Packaging Corporate to afford full Equal Employment Opportunity, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.