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Operations & Strategy Specialist

Grundfos
13 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Brookshire, TX
$78,100 - $113,000 USD yearly

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Grundfos seeks an Operations & Strategy Specialist in Brookshire, TX to bridge strategy and execution by coordinating deployment, tracking KPIs, building executive dashboards, and leading high‑impact projects while representing the plant to customers and leaders. This onsite role focuses on internal communications, data insights, and engaging plant tours that highlight safety and sustainability. Ideal candidates have 3 years in marketing, communications, or operations, a bachelor’s or equivalent, advanced PowerPoint and Excel, data visualization, SharePoint and Teams, and comfort with AI Copilot tools; manufacturing or Lean/CIP familiarity is a plus. Tips: tailor your resume to quantify impact, showcase storytelling, provide examples of confidential collaboration, and highlight AI reporting. Also engage with Grundfos on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Meet our people.


 

Are you energized by connecting strategy to execution — turning leadership vision into measurable results while serving as the professional face of a world-class manufacturing facility? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

 

As our new Operations and Strategy Specialist, you will be coordinating strategic initiatives, driving operational excellence, and representing our Brookshire facility to customers, executives, and community stakeholders  all while supporting plant leadership with high-impact projects, communications, and data-driven insights. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.

 

What you will be doing

 

As a key part of the Regional Operations team, you'll create impact by bridging strategy and execution by ensuring plant objectives stay on track, leadership stays aligned, and every visitor leaves inspired by what Grundfos stands for. Located in Brookshire, Texas this role requires one to be in the office on-site daily.

Your main responsibilities include:

  • Coordinate the plant's strategic deployment process, tracking KPIs, action plans, and milestone progress while developing executive dashboards and performance reports
  • Support the Regional Operations Director and Plant Leadership Team with high-priority projects, meeting preparation, and cross-functional follow-up on key decisions
  • Lead planning and execution of customer, executive, government, and community visits — delivering engaging plant tours that showcase safety, innovation, and sustainability
  • Develop internal communications and visual storytelling that highlight plant successes, employee achievements, and continuous improvement milestones
  • Create executive-level PowerPoint presentations and leverage AI tools to improve reporting, automate workflows, and boost productivity across the plant
  • Support GPS, Lean, and Continuous Improvement initiatives while ensuring alignment between plant goals and regional business objectives

 

What makes you a great fit

 

Above all, you are a strategic, detail-oriented communicator with executive presence, advanced presentation design skills, and the ability to navigate confidential information with discretion while serving as a trusted partner to senior leadership. We would also imagine that you have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field — or equivalent work experience
  • 3+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or operations coordination roles
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, data visualization, SharePoint, and Teams
  • Experience with AI and Copilot tools for reporting and productivity enhancement

It is a plus if you also:

  • Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment supporting plant or site leadership
  • Familiarity with Lean, Continuous Improvement, or strategic deployment frameworks
  • Background in employer branding, community engagement, or corporate communications

 

Why you will love working here

 

  • A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
  • Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
  • Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
  • Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programs to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.

 

To get to know us better, follow us on LinkedIn or YouTube.  Check out Meet our people to get to know some of your future colleagues and why they love working at Grundfos. 

 

The salary range for this position is $78,100.00 - $113,000.00. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc.  The salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in this region.

 

 

Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

 

 

Grundfos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant. If you require an accommodation to complete your application or interview, please contact [email protected]. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. 

 

 

Are you ready to unlock possibilities at Grundfos? Apply today!

 

 

We look forward to hearing from you.