Project Manager - ABM

SP Industries Inc. is searching for our team in Vineland, NJ and has an immediate opening for a Project Manager-AMB. In this role, the right candidate will be responsible for leading cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives that drive operational efficiency, reduce waste, improve productivity, and support strategic business objectives. This role combines traditional project management practices with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization methodologies to deliver measurable results across the organization.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, analytical, and results-oriented professional with experience managing complex projects from planning through implementation and sustainment. This individual will collaborate closely with operations, engineering, quality, supply chain, maintenance, and leadership teams to execute projects that improve performance, reduce costs, and support operational excellence.

This is a fully onsite role based in Vineland, NJ.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage operational, strategic, and continuous improvement projects from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with business objectives and organizational priorities.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, resource requirements, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful project execution.
• Coordinate and facilitate cross-functional collaboration among operations, engineering, quality, supply chain, maintenance, and leadership teams to achieve project goals.
• Monitor project performance, track milestones, manage deliverables, and communicate progress, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational processes, increase productivity, reduce waste, enhance quality, and optimize workflow efficiency across the organization.
• Lead and support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives designed to drive measurable operational and financial results.
• Analyze operational data, key performance indicators (KPIs), and business metrics to identify trends, support decision-making, and measure project effectiveness.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and problem-solving activities to address process challenges, improve performance, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Develop, document, and implement standardized processes, procedures, and best practices to improve consistency, efficiency, and operational effectiveness.
• Partner with department leaders to evaluate resource requirements, capacity constraints, and workflow opportunities that support business growth and operational goals.
• Support the implementation and optimization of ERP systems, automation initiatives, and operational technologies that enhance productivity and process control.
• Prepare and present project updates, performance dashboards, business cases, and recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of accountability, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and change management throughout the organization.
• Ensure projects and improvement initiatives comply with company policies, safety standards, quality requirements, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Drive measurable improvements in cost, quality, delivery performance, productivity, and overall operational effectiveness.

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3–7+ years of project management and continuous improvement experience within manufacturing, operations, supply chain, or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and process optimization methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and managing operational projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and project planning skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or JD Edwards (JDE) preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO standards, quality systems, and operational KPI management preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial production environments preferred.
• Demonstrated competencies in project leadership, continuous improvement, data analysis, strategic thinking, change management, team collaboration, root cause analysis, time management, operational excellence, and communication skills.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field required.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant project management and continuous improvement experience may be considered.