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At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here, if you want to:

+ Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.

+ Develop lasting relationships with great people.

+ Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Cost Optimization Manager (Beverage Manufacturing)

The Beverage team is a division overseeing Niagara’s service of beverage products to retail and branded customers. We leverage our strong analytical and execution competencies, detailed knowledge of the product and market, our ability to build and maintain positive relationships and our knowledge of Niagara’s core competencies to help grow Niagara’s beverage business.

The Cost Optimization Manager will drive operational and financial success across the beverage network. This position will focus on the success of the beverage business by working with and influencing cross-functional teams to ensure quality, service and other success metrics are met, operational projects are implemented and sustained, and effective change management is achieved to meet the company’s strategic and financial goals. Working across the functional leadership of the organization, this position will design, implement and lead strategic improvement projects to elevate operational efficiency, overall service, and profitability.

Essential Functions

+ Lead and manage cost optimization initiatives across the beverage network to enhance operational efficiency and drive improved financial performance by utilizing prior project management skills and / or by applying Lean Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, operations, quality, finance, sales, and supply chain) to implement and sustain operational projects supporting quality, service, and profitability goals.

+ Design and execute strategic improvement projects to reduce costs, enhance service levels, and drive long-term growth in the beverage division.

+ Influence and support change management efforts to ensure the successful adoption of new processes and initiatives across the organization.

+ Conducts analysis of operational and financial data to identify opportunities for improvement and develop actionable strategies.

+ Maintain a strong understanding of product performance, market trends, and Niagara’s core competencies to inform project design and decision-making.

+ Build and foster positive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to promote collaboration and ensure project success.

+ Utilize strong analytical skills to assess complex business problems, forecast impacts, and make data-driven recommendations.

+ Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality, service, cost, and operational performance.

+ Provide senior leadership with insights and recommendations to achieve the beverage division’s strategic and financial goals.

+ Ensure all projects align with Niagara’s overall business objectives and are executed within defined timelines and budgets.

+ Lead programs and projects using project management tools and techniques.

+ Travel Requirements: 10 - 20%

Qualifications

+ Minimum Qualifications:

+ 6 Years – Experience LEAN/Six Sigma within Supply Chain

+ 6 Years – Experience in Project Management

+ 6 Years – Operational management experience in Supply Chain or Manufacturing

+ Preferred Qualifications:

+ 10+ Years – Experience LEAN/Six Sigma within Supply Chain

+ 10+ Years – Experience in Project Management

+ 10+ Years – Operational management experience in Supply Chain or Manufacturing

+ Certified Lean Manager

Competencies

+ Hands-on experience using Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement Methods

+ Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to influence without authority

+ Experience in business transformation and process improvement roles using proven problem solving/continuous improvement methodologies

+ Experience with change management and influencing organizational culture change

+ Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills

+ Green Belt Certified preferred

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

+ Lead Like an Owner

+ Manages a safe working environment, accurately documents safety related training, and effectively communicates safety incidents

+ Provides strategic input and oversight to departmental projects

+ Makes data driven decisions and develops sustainable solutions

+ Skilled in reducing costs and managing timelines while prioritizing long run impact over short term wins

+ Makes decisions by putting overall company success first before department/individual success

+ Leads/facilitates discussions to get positive outcomes for the customer

+ Makes strategic decisions which prioritize the needs of the customer over departmental/individual goals

+ InnovACT

+ Continuously evaluates existing programs and processes, and develops new initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste

+ Creates, monitors, and responds to departmental performance metrics to drive continuous improvement

+ Communicates a clear vision, organizes resources effectively, and adjusts the strategy as needed when managing change

+ Find a Way

+ Demonstrates ability to think analytically and synthesize complex information

+ Effectively delegates technical tasks to subordinates

+ Works effectively with departments, vendors, and customers to achieve organizational success

+ Identifies opportunities for collaboration in strategic ways

+ Empowered to be Great

+ Makes hiring decisions primarily based on culture fit and attitude, and secondarily based on technical expertise

+ Engages in long term talent planning

+ Provides opportunities for the development of all direct reports

+ Understands, identifies, and addresses conflict within own team and between team

Education

+ Minimum Required:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field

+ Preferred:

+ Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field

Certification/License:

+ Required: N/A

+ Preferred: LEAN/Six Sigma

Foreign Language

+ Required: None Required

+ Preferred: None Required

Typical Compensation Range

Pay Rate Type: Salary

$130,380.85 - $189,052.24 / Yearly

Bonus Target: 10% Annual

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

* *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

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Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless!

Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere.

From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members.

We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family!

Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.