Title:  Capital Execution Engineering Manager

As a Capital Execution Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for providing direction and leadership to ensure successful project execution and technical performance across our Customer Service and Logistics space. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in leading our Customer Service and Logistics engineering organization. You will be instrumental in driving engineering initiatives and fostering a culture of innovation within the team. Your leadership will be key in ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

In this role, you'll be at the forefront of leading innovative automation projects in Customer Service and Logistics (CS&L). This position can be based out of Battle Creek, MI; Chicago, IL; Jackson, TN; Rome, GA; Cary, NC; or Grand Rapids, MI. Travel to our project locations is estimated at 30%—50%.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Project Execution - Lead internal and external Project Managers to develop initial scopes, ballpark costs, charters, stage gate reviews, business alignment, technical specifications, operational performance criteria, and final cost estimates. Assist with installation and equipment startup for all Customer Service and Logistics-related capital projects. Collaborate with Global Technology Owners and Category Technology Owners to identify and align standard equipment menus and operating principles. Lead automation/warehouse/distribution center Communities of Practice.
• Partnering with the Business - Build partnerships with our Supply Chain, Engineering, and KWS (Kellanova Work Systems) teams to identify opportunities for Customer Service and Logistics engineering to add value, increase productivity, and reduce risk. Balance creative, non-constrained concepts in the CS&L space with practical experience and data-based decisions to identify opportunities to improve productivity across the existing install base.
• Enhance Technology Performance and Standardization - Develop key strategic relationships with OEMs. Lead efforts to ensure Project Execution follows all Kellanova Work Systems and Unified Workflow processes.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 8-10+ years of technical experience with relevant technology, OR significant technical experience (10+ years) with relevant technology.
• Experience driving transformational change within manufacturing, distribution, or warehousing environments.
• Experience working closely with engineering, supply chain, warehouse, and logistics to deliver large capital projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work globally, guiding and influencing across all regional teams and many capital projects.

Compensation

The annual salary range is $147,000 - $192,990, which is based on various factors such as location, experience, and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

What’s Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through January 28th, 2025. After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer. All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. SeeKellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents, and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close within the first half of 2025 (subject to Kellanova shareowner approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

What does it take to be the best? Someone like you.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.