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Project Manager @ Meat&More

AM.S03959

Function

Purpose of the position.

The Project Manager is responsible for managing and efficiently and performantly rolling out various projects within Meat&More arising from business needs. This includes the full project cycle: from the start-up phase, definition and analysis to the design, construction, roll-out and aftercare of the projects. The Project Manager is responsible for leading the project team, monitoring progress (within scope, timing and budget) and resolving issues that arise during the project. The Project Manager has a direct impact on the successful implementation of key strategic projects within Meat&More. The proper execution of these projects is critical to the continued growth of the company.

Duties and responsibilities.

  • You take responsibility for one or more implementation projects for different departments (Production, Distribution, Sales, as well as support services such as IT, HR, Marketing, etc.). You coordinate the projects from A to Z;
  • You do research on the project scope. You challenge the business in their requirements;
  • You define the project scope, timing, efforts, costs and resources based on the project needs;
  • Assemble the project teams and provide initial briefings;
  • You monitor the predefined objectives (scope, timing and budget) and adjust where necessary;
  • You are point of contact for external suppliers (if applicable);
  • You coach internal employees involved in projects;
  • You are responsible for the administrative handling of projects;
  • You apply project management methodology and project standards;
  • You develop strong relationships with stakeholders.

Profile

Experience and background

  • You have a higher education and at least 5 years of relevant experience in project management;
  • You have experience in IT projects as well as projects outside of IT. You are a generalist with broad experience in project management.
  • Experience with project methodologies such as Prince2, ITIL, or PMBok is desirable;
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset. Preferably you have worked as an internal project manager, but consulting experience is also welcome if you have a generalist background.

Competencies

  • Communicative and Team-oriented: You are a strong communicator and excellent coach, with a hands-on mentality. You cope well with an open culture and direct communication.
  • Flexible and stress-resistant: You have strong adaptability and can cope well with change and stressful situations.
  • Pragmatic: You have a no-nonsense attitude and a healthy dose of common sense, with a strong focus on deadlines and results.
  • Stakeholder management: You can communicate and manage effectively at various departmental levels, and have the ability to respond well to the needs of various stakeholders.
  • Project management skills as well as a good understanding of different business processes and the flexibility to work with different departments.

Language Skills

  • Fluent in both spoken and written Dutch.
  • Good command of English is a plus.

Offer

  • Stable and growing company: Meat&More has grown strongly with their brands such as Neighborhood Butchers and Bon'Ap. The company has grown in 30 years to a company with 180 retail outlets and more than 1,500 employees;
  • Meat&More is a Belgian company with short decision lines;
  • Innovation and sustainability: The company is committed to sustainability and innovation within the food sector. As an employee, you will contribute to their mission to bring healthier and more sustainable products to the market;
  • Good working atmosphere: Meat&More is known for its pleasant work culture where teamwork and respect are key;
  • Training and advancement opportunities: The company invests in the training and development of its employees. This includes an own internal academy;
  • At Meat&More they resolutely opt for a thorough talent approach. In the past, the company won the Talent Mobility Award, a prize for Belgian organizations that focus on the agility of talent. In 2019, they were nominated again with a different case.

Keywords

Project Manager @ Meat&More

Meat&More is a fast-growing family business in the food sector, founded in 1990 with headquarters in Aalter. The company is active in both retail and food production, focusing on delivering worry-free meals for their customers. They do this through two strong store formulas: Buurtslagers and Bon'Ap. With more than 1,500 employees and 180 retail outlets spread across Flanders, Meat&More is one of the largest food companies in the region. The focus is on ready-to-eat and ready-to-heat products, with a wide range that no longer consists only of meat, but also of various meals such as sandwiches, salads and daily specials. As a food company, they are distinguished by their centralized approach and efficient operations. The company is fully vertically integrated and is responsible for the receipt and storage of raw materials, quality control, the entire production process through to processing into the final product, storage and transport to the stores.

Bon'Ap is a meal shop chain that has grown to more than 45 stores since 2013, mainly in East and West Flanders. Bon'Ap offers a wide range of fresh meat, ready-to-eat meals, fresh soups, and even party foods. The stores are specifically designed to take the worry out of families by offering complete meals, perfect for any time of day. The store's open workshop allows customers to see how the day-fresh products are prepared.

Buurtslagers, part of Meat&More, has been around for more than 30 years and is known for quality meat at competitive prices. With more than 140 branches in supermarkets such as Delhaize, Carrefour and CoMarkt, Buurtslagers offers a wide range of meat, preparations and ready-to-eat meals. The chain stays true to its mission: good food, every day. Thanks to efficient distribution, prices remain low and quality high, offering customers valuable choices.

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