Implementation Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Implementation Manager, is part of the Ecolab operations team and works very closely together with the customer EWC program manager, EWC dedicated expert team, the F&B and NW field teams.

The Implementation Manager works full time at assigned customer site and is responsible for the execution of the projects that are covered in the roadmap and agreed with customer corporate management.

The Implementation Manager will lead the projects, facilitates the necessary resources and equipment on time, reports the progress on a weekly base to the EWC and local team.

This position reports to the F&B district manager.

Manage and Execute EWC Roadmap Projects

• Prepares the implementation schedaule based on the provided roadmap with a detailed description of activities (by week), timelines, internal and external resources, equipment installation.
• Leads and coordinates the projects agreed for by quarter.
• Is responsible for the timely implementation of the agreed projects.

Document delays and root causes timely and precisely.

Communicate with Internal & External Stakeholders

• Prepares and communicates the quarterly projects overview which are connected to the performance-based fees.
• Communicates on a weekly base to the Ecolab program manager the progress of the projects.
• Supports the CAM team with invoicing of the agreed fees.
• Is available to answer questions over the projects by the brewery at first contact.
• Able to explain the principles of the agreement to external stakeholders.

Manage and Direct Resources

• Manages the necessary support by the brewery, Ecolab resources and external partner resources on time.
• Is responsible for sign-off of projects.
• Raises issues on time and participates in exploring possible solutions.
• Ask for timely help in case of conflicts, progress blockers etc.

Basic Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in an industrial setting
• Bachelors degree, preferably chemical or mechanical, engineering, food technology

Preferred Qualifications

• Project management experience
• Affinity with food & beverage processing, quality management
• Clear communicator (written-verbally) to internal and external (brewery) stakeholders at different levels (shop floor, experts, brewery management, corporate management).
• Organized : Works in a structured way and reports in a transparent way
• Ability to influence without direct authority, this position will manage and coordinate projects done by vendors, Ecolab employees, and customer employees
• Delivers results on time in full.
• Understand Ecolab value proposition for industrial customers
• Able to explain in a compact and transparent way to our external and internal stakeholders, the benefits and value of the offered Ecolab solutions
• Knows how to get the right information internally from other experts and from the commercial team.
• Can work under time pressure.
• Strong relationship building skills with both internal and external stake holders.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results through others, managing task tension and competing priorities including delegating and escalating effectively.

With annual sales of $15 billion, Ecolab (ECL) is the global leader in water, hygiene, and energy technologies and supports that protect people and vital resources.

Our 49,000 associates help make the world cleaner, safer, and healthier by delivering critical insights and innovative solutions to help our customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy, and healthy environments at nearly three million customer locations in more than 170 countries.

When you come to work at Ecolab, you get to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges and have the opportunity to learn and grow, shape your career, make an impact and quickly see the importance of your work.

Relocation assistance may be available based on corporate standards.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.to see our benefits.

Covid-19 Vaccine Notice

Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best.

We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance.

In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.