OverviewWork for a global company with some of the world's most trusted and iconic brands. Be part of an exciting business where employees are recognised and career growth is nurtured.PepsiCo Australia and New Zealand is home to some of New Zealand's favourite and most trusted brands such as Bluebird Ready Salted Potato Chips, Doritos, Copper Kettle, Grain Waves, Twisties and Burger Rings! We are a progressive and people-focused business, and believe our diverse workforce is the key to our success. Because we value our employees and their families, we offer an agile and flexible working environment with an emphasis on work-life balance and health, as well as plenty of learning opportunities and room to grow your career.We have an exciting opportunity for Performance and Productivity Lead to join the team at our Wiri manufacturing site. Your positive and 'can do' attitude along with excellent work ethic will be recognised and rewarded, and you will have the opportunity to be a part of a strong and supportive team. At Bluebird, we offer a safety-first, health and wellbeing focused work environment and we are committed to recruiting, training, developing and retaining high-quality people.Through the support of the ANZ Productivity Manager, the purpose of this position is to lead the delivery of the site's productivity and performance goals through engaging teams and inspiring Operational Excellence. Coach and mentor project leaders while also leading broad cross-functional project teams from ideation through to completion.ResponsibilitiesAs a Performance and Productivity Lead, your job will be to:Work with ANZ Productivity and Performance Team to identify key productivity opportunities to deliver the annual productivity target through facilitation of a structured Ideation process and systematic Deep Dives and Kaizen workshops.Provide support to ANZ Productivity Managers and manufacturing site leadership team to implement changes to drive efficiency and operational improvements.Lead the analysis of performance data and assist in the validation of reporting systems to identify areas for change across Manufacturing and Logistics.Drive and coordinate specific Performance Improvement Teams to address specific site opportunities by sharing best practices with other sites and using Lean principles across Manufacturing.Support delivery of annual productivity and performance target by leading a sustainable cross-functional productivity and performance review process.Champion and support operational change through implementing and embedding improvements.Lead the development of a lean culture across all functions in the business.Engage with frontline staff to embed a continuous improvement mindset.Demonstrate and exercise a commitment to promote, develop and improve the health, safety and welfare of our people.Undertake all duties in accordance with company environmental policies & procedures. Support continual improvement in environmental systems and performance as outlined in annual plans.QualificationsYou will have:Tertiary qualifications in engineering, science or a related discipline is desirable.Proven track record of positive change implementation / project management experience.Experience in collaborating with and leading teams, leading change across a broad audience.Demonstrated experience at influencing and collaborating the agenda.Understanding of data collection and reporting processes.Knowledge of manufacturing and/or Supply Chain (FMCG) functions.Expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles.Good understanding of data manipulation software (e.g., Excel, Minitab, Tableau).Proven ability to analyse business issues and develop effective solutions.Proven influencing skills from shop floor level to site leadership and ability to challenge the status quo.Strong continuous improvement mindset.Strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated change management skills.You will be:Influencing change without direct authority.Sustaining change in a rapidly moving environment.Influencing site agendas.Embedding change at sites to permanently change the way things are done.Changing the manufacturing culture to one encapsulating a lean mindset.Driving a collaborative culture and best practice sharing.What we can offer you:An opportunity to join a Global FMCG Company.Attractive Remuneration and Benefits Package on offer.Excellent Health & Wellness Programs.We offer an Agile & Flexible Working Environment.Personal and Professional growth opportunities.Be part of an organisation committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.Only people with the legal right to work in New Zealand will be considered for this position.Working at PepsiCo:You will be a key part of a dynamic team and a valuable contributor to a global company that is one of the FMCG market leaders. At PepsiCo, we recognise our people as a key part of our business and career progression within the business is encouraged and supported. We are committed to recruiting, training and retaining high-quality people.Interested? Know someone who might be? This is a great opportunity to join the PepsiCo ANZ team.PepsiCo's job application process:Submit your application.Interview(s).Medical and skills Assessment process.Reference and background checks.At PepsiCo, we believe what makes you unique, makes us better. We embrace equal opportunities for all employees. We believe that our people are our best asset and understand the importance of bringing different perspectives, different lenses and different experiences to our workplace. We are committed to building and supporting an inclusive workforce that truly reflects the global communities we operate within and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
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