Cost Optimization Project Manager

Winchester Interconnect

$100K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent required
  • 5-10 years of project management experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting
  • Strongly preferred experience in interconnect, cable, harness, or connector manufacturing
  • Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel or Google Sheets
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cost reduction initiatives and interpret complex data

Responsibilities

  • Lead implementation of cost savings and strategic supply chain projects
  • Collaborate with Finance for savings methodologies on cost-related initiatives
  • Drive cross-functional project execution across Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, and Engineering
  • Identify and redesign processes for improved cost, efficiency, and scalability
  • Prepare and deliver concise reports that translate project data into insights for executives

Benefits

  • Access to a range of career opportunities
  • Structured governance over project delivery
  • Engagement with cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration
  • Opportunity to lead measurable business outcomes
  • Insightful reporting that influences executive decision-making
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, the Procurement Project Manager will lead the identification, execution, and delivery of company-wide cost savings initiatives as well as other strategic and operational projects that support Winchester's supply chain objectives. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, and Finance to translate strategic priorities into executable projects and measurable business outcomes.

In addition to execution, this role owns upward reporting and visibility of cost transformation initiatives, ensuring leadership has clear, timely insight into progress, risks, and financial outcomes. The position is highly execution-focused, with accountability for governance, delivery, and executive-level communication.

Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent
  • Experience: 5-10 years of project management experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment Experience in interconnect, cable, harness, or connector manufacturing is strongly preferred
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel or Google Sheets
  • Analytical Rigor: Demonstrated success leading cost reduction initiatives with a strong ability to interpret complex data and financial impacts
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills, including the ability to deliver executive-level presentations


Are You Our Next ACE?
  • Project Execution & Governance: Lead the end-to-end implementation of cost savings and strategic supply chain projects across Winchester sites. You will develop structured project plans covering scope, milestones, owners, risks, and dependencies
  • Financial & Operational Acumen: Partner with Finance to define and validate savings methodologies for cost-related initiatives, ensuring all projects deliver measurable business outcomes
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Drive execution across Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, and Engineering, owning the project governance cadence and monthly reviews
  • Structured Problem Solving: Identify process inefficiencies and lead redesign efforts to improve cost, efficiency, and scalability, ensuring changes are sustained and embedded into standard processes
  • Executive Communication & Upward Reporting: Prepare and deliver clear, concise reporting that translates complex project and financial data into decision-ready insights for leadership


Systems You'll Use:
  • Salesforce.com
  • Google Workspace
  • ADP Lyric


For a sneak peek into some of our benefits and to learn more about our career opportunities, click here https://www.winconn.com/careers.

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