Senior Project Manager

Gates Corporation
vision insurance, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Denver
1144 15th Street (Show on map)
Oct 10, 2025
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all? Essential Duties and Responsibilities As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individuals to join our Americas team, located in our Denver, CO office. As a member of the Program Management organization, the Senior Project Manager will lead long, strategic, region-wide initiatives from concept through scaled operations. This leader will manage all project-related functions, including project validation, scoping, scheduling, budgeting, capacity line balancing, stakeholder management, and associated reporting. This position will work across all internal business groups to drive project success and operational improvements and will be responsible for driving technology upgrades and growth efforts into seamless manufacturing. Experience leading multi-year, $10 million+ operations projects that permanently impact regional operations. Experience working in a high-SKU, complex manufacturing environment with DC operations. Demonstrated success running a stage-gated formal process. Execute on specific scope for top-level project priorities, concentrating on delivery, start-up, and technical accuracy. Develop, drive, and report on all activities associated with assigned projects as they relate to scope, schedule, budget, procurement, and change management. Act as the group's key contributor and manager for driving improved supply chain processes as needed for project success. Work directly with the Global Procurement division in operations (specifically the Indirect Procurement Manager) to coordinate NDAs, MSAs, contract negotiations, bid events, maintenance agreements, warranties, and technical partner relations. Lead supply chain, IT, transportation, and operations teams to ensure their specific scope of the project is clearly defined and all questions/concerns are addressed. Responsible for the generation and tracking of all project budgets. Works directly with global finance, regional controllers, and plant controllers on budget status, monthly reconciliation, and purchase order requests. Take full ownership of projects and present monthly progress and decisions needed to the executive team. Serve the Americas team as a top expert in executing challenging projects. Key responsibilities (to name a few): Strong working relationships must be developed with each Manufacturing Facility, Innovation, Product Development, Product Line Management, Sales & Operational Planning, Procurement, and Commercial teams. Additional duties include: Provide support to regional and plant operations/engineering to maintain current capability, implement additional capabilities, answer questions, address concerns, and remove cultural/technical barriers. Provide technical/procedural expertise and guidance to others in accomplishing projects as directed. Work with outside vendors to acquire needed supplies and parts and design operating standards for process improvement implementation and standardization. Supervisory Responsibilities None. Requirements and Preferred Skills BS Degree in Supply Chain or Business with a minimum of10years (2 years of experience can be substituted for a technical MS Degree) in supply chain role with specific experience in process design, process improvement, Statistical Process Control/Quality Control and lean six sigma applications. Lean six sigma black belt certification from an accredited organization or skilled manufacturing company. Proven ability to validate projects (business case and technical feasibility) and then drive through project execution. Makes data driven decisions with ability to collect data needed if not readily available. Preferred experience in process design for the manufacturing of rubber belts, hydraulic hoses and/or related assemblies. Experience in inventory planning. Strong experience with process flow analysis and general manufacturing principles. Good project management skills, including communication, execution and follow-up assessment. Proven, positive results with capital planning and budgeting experience with projects >$10M. Ability to work in a matrix management environment across multiple cultures. Results oriented; seeks effective, creative solutions to process problems. Excellent oral and written presentation skills in front of all levels of the organization. Knowledgeable in Oracle/ SAP. Strong technical English proficiency. 10-25% travel will be required, mostly within North and South America. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Beneficial Skills Supply Chain Optimization Bi or Multi-lingual (Spanish) Knowledge of real-time data acquisition including sensor selection, implementation, and calibration PMP ERP: Oracle or SAP Measures of Performance Ability to drive momentum in projects and keep stakeholders aligned Strict adherence to approved capital and expense budgets Accuracy of up-to-date scopes, schedules, and budgets Global Process Key Operational Indicators, Process Yield and Material Usage Variance (MUV) Capacity & Equipment Utilization and Efficiency Process Cost Savings (Labor, Materials, Variable Overhead) Creation of in-process controls for critical characteristics, specifications and control standards for global manufacturing processes Pay & benefits Full-Time Salary Range: $143,000 - $160,000 Bonus Eligible Relocation is provided Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits beginonthe first day of the month immediately following your date of hire Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match Tuition Reimbursement Why Gates? Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. Work Environment Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.