Lean Manager
Core
Lead enterprise-wide Lean transformation and continuous improvement strategies across manufacturing, sourcing, and business processes to drive efficiency and performance.
Role type
Senior Lean Manager (Operations)
Builds
Process improvements, Lean transformation plans, Kaizen events, and capability building programs for manufacturing, sourcing, and SG&A functions.
Domain
Manufacturing operations, Sourcing, Business Process Optimization, Six Sigma
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Lean transformation leadership, Six Sigma (DMAIC/DFSS), change management, process efficiency assessment, business case development, project leadership, Kaizen event execution, cross-functional collaboration, data-driven decision making, financial analysis, strategic deployment planning.
Preferred skills
Master's degree in Operations Management, Lean Champion certification, Six-Sigma certification, experience applying Lean to non-manufacturing contexts, full-cycle project management.
Technologies
Lean tools, Six Sigma tools, PIMS, Kaizen calendar systems, Value Stream Mapping.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute Lean transformation planning; lead change management activities; train and coach teams in Lean philosophy and tools; manage Lean Coordinators and projects; oversee annual Strategic Deployment process; develop communities of practice; benchmark external trends and best practices; plan and execute Kaizen events.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight