Wirtschaftsingenieur - Lean Management (m/w/d)
Core
Optimizing and digitizing procurement processes to increase efficiency during production ramp-up, integrating Lean methods across production, logistics, quality assurance, sales, and development.
Role type
Senior Lean Management Engineer (Procurement)
Builds
Efficient procurement processes and a Lean culture within the defense industry
Domain
Defense / Military Land Systems / Manufacturing (via careerplan.io/jobs/14225-676190b370b3a10b-S-wirtschaftsingenieur-lean-management-mwd-at-knds-deutschland-gmbh-co-kg)
Required skills
Process optimization, Change management, Lean methodology (Kaizen, 5S, VSM, Kanban, Six Sigma), Cross-functional collaboration, Project leadership, Data analysis for KPIs
Preferred skills
Supply Chain management, Coaching and training, Interdisciplinary communication
Technologies
Lean tools (Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, Six Sigma)
Responsibilities
Optimize and digitize procurement processes; Integrate Lean methods across cross-functional interfaces; Drive change management in procurement; Ensure efficient collaboration between procurement and other departments to foster a Lean culture; Coach employees on continuous improvement and Lean competencies; Identify, prioritize, and implement process improvements along the value chain; Coordinate information and material flow between procurement and production; Develop process goals and sustainable KPIs; Conduct training and workshops on Lean knowledge; Participate in cross-site and cross-departmental projects.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC