Operations Excellence Project Manager

Who we are:

Supply Technologies, a subsidiary of ParkOhio(NASDAQ:PKOH), specializes in supplier selection and management, planning, implementing, managing the physical flow of product for world-class international manufacturing companies, and servicing customers in the various markets.

Apply today and become part of a team on this journey within more than 100 industries; expertise in nearly every inventory management discipline; use of advanced and emerging technologies, and a singularly connected global infrastructure, only Supply Technologies has the intellectual and technological infrastructure to give you a program of process, resource and production efficiencies that improve your competitive position in the marketplace.

Job Summary:

The Operations Excellence Project Manager supports major operational improvement initiatives across the distribution center and branch locations by coordinating projects that enhance efficiency, accuracy, safety, and quality. This role manages timelines, organizes cross functional work, and ensures project deliverables are completed on schedule and aligned with operational goals. The position strengthens the organization by turning improvement ideas into structured, well executed projects that drive measurable results and support a culture of continuous improvement.

Project Management – 40%

• Manage end‑to‑end project plans for operational improvement initiatives across DC and branch environments
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams, ensuring tasks, timelines, and deliverables remain on track
• Maintain project documentation, status reports, and communication updates for stakeholders
• Identify project risks and escalate issues with recommended solutions
• Support the Operations Excellence Manager in prioritizing and sequencing project portfolios

Continuous Improvement Support – 25%

• Assist in identifying inefficiencies and supporting Kaizen, Lean, and process‑improvement activities
• Gather and analyze operational data to uncover trends and improvement opportunities
• Facilitate workshops and working sessions to align teams on process enhancements
• Support implementation of standardized processes and Leader Standard Work
• Conduct periodic 5S and process compliance checks

KPI & Performance Tracking – 20%

• Support development and maintenance of operational KPI dashboards and reporting tools
• Track project‑related performance outcomes and validate improvement results
• Help prepare weekly and monthly performance review materials
• Monitor leading and lagging indicators to identify early warning signals

EWM/WM & Systems Support – 10%

• Assist with documentation, testing, and rollout of SAP EWM/WM enhancements
• Coordinate training sessions and user‑adoption activities for system updates
• Partner with IT and site teams to ensure process alignment with system functionality

Quality & Safety Support – 5%

• Assist in quality investigations, documentation, and corrective‑action tracking
• Support safety initiatives, training coordination, and incident follow‑up activities
• Ensure alignment with ISO, customer, and internal quality and safety standards

OUR Team Members:

Do The Right Thing and we will succeed: We insist on honest and ethical behavior; We treat others respectfully; Our actions are underlined with high integrity; We partner with others who hold these same values.

Go One Better to achieve greatness: We strive to do our best every day; We are curious and seek alternative viewpoints; We value innovation to deliver long-term success; We will not accept the status quo and tirelessly seek to improve.

Customer First balanced with Company results: We serve our customers with a sense of urgency; We strive to anticipate our customer’s needs; We work with our customers to ensure we are providing them the best solutions they value; We help to deliver the long-term success of our company.

WE DO what we say: We seek clarity and understanding; We follow through on our commitments; We respectfully challenge and collaborate to achieve mutual success; Once we agree, we move forward and make no excuses.

Together we win: We respect and value each other’s thoughts and opinions; We make the time to develop meaningful relationships; We seek new opportunities to continuously learn: We never miss an opportunity to bring out the best in others.

Make a career at SUPPLY TECHNOLOGIES:

Career Development: Success starts from within, and we will help you chart your path from which you can enhance your career evolution.