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Form of workOVERVIEW:
The Senior Quality Data Analyst is responsible for developing specifications across all aspects of the growing Pet business. This includes finished product specifications, packaging and raw material specifications that are dedicated to the Pet International business. In addition, they will be responsible for administering the Pet Nutritional Maintenance program for the Pet business (North America and International). This role is responsible for gathering information related to specifications or nutritional maintenance and sharing content with appropriate stakeholders.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Publish specifications:
- Work with a cross-functional team to ensure specifications are consistent, complete and are released in a timely fashion.
- Anticipate and effectively prioritize projects against changing business demands.
- Apply governance:
- Review specifications for conformance to performance standards and naming conventions.
- Identify specification inconsistencies and drive spec accuracy.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives:
- Execute ideas for process and system simplification and standardization.
- Proactively identify bottlenecks in the specification process and recommend solutions.
- Collaborate:
- Serve as the point of contact for all specification needs and lead early management activities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with FSQ (Food Safety & Quality) Product Managers, Product Development Scientists, Supply Chain and other business team members.
- Summarize and report project activity for FPS Finished Product Specifications and business teams.
- Pet Nutritional Maintenance Program:
- Manage ongoing sampling and analysis of the Pet Nutritional Maintenance program, which includes procuring products, sending products to outside labs, organizing lab results, working with cross functional partners to analyze results in Tableau, and supporting direction on next steps.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Supply Chain, Engineering or other related degrees(food science/nutrition, supply chain, engineering major preferred)
- Basic understanding of product commercialization process from product design to manufacturing
- Experience writing technical specifications
- Good interpersonal and communication skills required to effectively network face-to-face with business teams and other cross functional teams
- Strong capability to work with little guidance, stay motivated through adversity and have strong organizational skills to manage time well
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, providing input on end-to-end timelines of projects on assigned platform
- Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel & Sharepoint)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proficiency in Tableau
- Previous experience in food manufacturing or food industry
- Experience with Product Lifecycle Management systems (Ex: SAP PLM)
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
- General Mills is unable to provide sponsorship for individuals requiring sponsorship to work in the United States in an on-going fashion.
- General Mills is unable to provide international relocation for this opportunity
COMPANY OVERVIEW
We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $48400.00 - $66700.00 / Annually. At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.
