Title: Contract Manufacturing Lead Manager Locations: Saint Louis, Missouri; United States; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Lakeville, Minnesota Work Type: Hybrid, Full Time Job ID: 30394 Job Description: Business Unit Overview Feeding the world is what we do - how we do it is unique. We are not your textbook consumer packaged goods company. While others may be slow to make change happen, Post continuously drives both inorganic and organic growth. Our history is evidence of that fact with over 100 years of heritage and growth from brands that transcend generations like Honey Bunches of Oats, Fruity Pebbles, Malt-O-Meal, Bob Evans, Kibbles 'n Bits, Egg Beaters, Peter Pan peanut butter and more. Our foodservice and ingredient businesses supply other products you love for brands, restaurants and stores. We have more than 55 offices and manufacturing sites and approximately 13,000 employees. Over the past 13 years, Post has made 28+ acquisitions and innovative financial transactions and reached $8.2 billion in net sales in fiscal 2025. During turbulent times of market uncertainty, the food industry has provided a level of stability unlike other industries Post Holdings, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Brentwood, a suburb of St. Louis, Missouri. Our casual professional atmosphere encourages team members to collaborate, innovate and support our operating companies. Our passion and drive advance the reputation of our operating companies and brands-together, we make a difference. Responsibilities The Contract Manufacturing Lead Manager will interact with and support Marketing & Sales as well as all other functional departments including Operations, Logistics, Demand Planning, Quality, Research & Development, Procurement, and Finance across multiple business units within Post Holdings with a specific focus on Wet Pet Food strategy. This person will manage external manufacturing relationships across multiple brands and facilities and play a key role in the development and implementation of key commercialization and innovation initiatives with a focus on volume and profit growth as well as cost reduction. Candidates based in the Lakeville, MN or St. Louis, MO area will follow a hybrid work schedule, with in‑office days on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. KEY RESPONSIBLITIES - Operational Oversight & Relationship Management - Manage external relationships with co-manufacturers to ensure they provide unique capabilities, capacity, and competitive costs - Oversee contract manufacturers, both domestic and international, across multiple brands and facilities, ensuring alignment with business goals and operational efficiency - Foster long-term, productive relationships that drive continuous improvement, profitability, and capacity growth - Lead the vendor selection process by developing criteria to evaluate new manufacturing partners and identifying the most suitable providers for the company's needs - Negotiate complex contracts with qualified contract manufacturers and co-packers that clearly convey cost expectations, service levels, quality standards, and promote long-term partnerships - Ensure agreements include cost-saving mechanisms and establish clear accountability to foster strong relationships while reducing risk - Conduct regular performance evaluations of co-manufacturing partners, reviewing metrics such as production output, cost efficiency, quality standards, and service levels - Lead monthly business reviews with external manufacturers, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and driving performance improvements through data-driven insights - Organize and lead annual site reviews to assess partner capabilities and align on future business plans, ensuring the continuous alignment of operational strategies with business growth - Collaborate with Finance and Procurement to develop annual budgets for co-manufactured products, ensuring financial goals are clearly defined and met - Review co-manufacturing P&Ls to validate cost variances versus standard, identify opportunities for improvement, and communicate findings to leadership - Drive accountability on cost performance, ensuring the financial health of external manufacturing operations through regular tracking of operating profit targets - Strategic Leadership & Improvement Initiatives - Lead strategic discussions on make vs. buy decisions, assessing internal vs. external manufacturing options - Prepare comprehensive business cases and recommendations based on cost, capacity, and long-term value - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure outsourcing decisions are aligned with broader supply chain and operational goals, optimizing production capacity and minimizing risks - Lead major cross-functional projects that align with business objectives, such as sustainability initiatives or operational efficiency improvements - Provide project management leadership by coordinating trials, start-ups, and quality audits at third-party manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment with launch timelines and objectives - Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of site approvals and audits for new third-party manufacturers, ensuring compliance with all necessary regulations and internal standards - Champion process improvement initiatives with co-manufacturers, identifying opportunities for automation, digital transformation, or supply chain enhancements that drive efficiency and reduce costs - Work closely with co-manufacturers to promote continuous improvement in production processes, identifying areas to streamline operations and improve margins through lean methodologies - Engage in joint business planning with key external manufacturers to drive innovation, cost reduction, and enhanced production capabilities, aligning operational goals with long-term business objectives - Develop and implement contingency plans to mitigate risks from potential labor interruptions, fluctuations in product demand, or supply chain disruptions - Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Operations, Sales, R&D) to ensure business continuity during unforeseen circumstances by securing alternative manufacturing solutions - Oversee the management of inventory control and the disposition of obsolete inventory at co-manufacturers, ensuring optimal inventory levels and minimizing financial waste Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in a related field (Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, etc) - Minimum of 7-9 years of operational and plant manufacturing experience preferably in a CPG environment - Minimum of 7-9 years of project management experience - Strong knowledge of quality and food safety regulations and compliance requirements - Proven experience with P&Ls, contract negotiation, and managing external co-manufacturing agreements - Proficient in ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, JDE, etc - Strong cross-functional leadership and problem-solving abilities - Demonstrated business acumen, with a proactive approach to driving operational success - Travel Requirements: ~30% monthly The pay range for this position is $89,506 - $132,468 per year.

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Title: Senior Consulting Manager, Healthcare OCM Lead Location; Dallas / United States Job category; Consulting Work model; Work from Home Job Description: About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice-we're a global community of 6,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we're looking for our next colleague who'll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you? About the role: As a Senior Consulting Manager - Organizational Change Management (OCM), you will make an impact by leading enterprise-scale transformation programs-primarily SAP S/4HANA and ERP modernization initiatives-using proven change methodologies to ensure successful adoption and measurable business outcomes. You will be a valued member of our Consulting organization and partner closely with cross-functional teams, program leaders, and client executives. In this role, you will: - Lead and manage end-to-end change management strategies for SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, and broader digital transformation programs. - Drive stakeholder engagement, communication planning, workforce transition, training strategies, and organizational readiness. - Conduct change impact assessments and readiness evaluations to support effective adoption of new systems and processes. - Partner with client executives and project teams to integrate change management activities into program delivery. - Identify and mitigate change risks and adoption challenges. - Apply structured OCM methodologies and digital adoption tools such as SAP Enable Now or WalkMe. - Coach and guide project teams through the change lifecycle. - Contribute to practice development through thought leadership and consulting solution development. - Demonstrate the Cognizant Way to Lead through Personal, Organizational, and Business Leadership. Work model: We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work‑life balance through our various wellbeing programs. What you need to have to be considered: - 8-10+ years leading full-scale OCM initiatives for SAP S/4HANA and/or SAP ECC programs. - Strong experience developing OCM strategy, training, stakeholder engagement, communications, and readiness plans. - Experience with SAP Enable Now or WalkMe. - Proven client-facing consulting experience. - Embodiment of the Cognizant Way to Lead and Cognizant Values. These will help you stand out: - Experience supporting M&A integration or future-state operating model design. - Experience working in matrixed environments on global programs. - Experience creating OCM frameworks or assets. - Strong facilitation and executive communication. Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position is between $98,853 - $158,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project or client needs. We will always be clear about role expectations.