Associate Lean Director, EMEA

What will you do The Associate Lean Director EMEA Leader supports Lean implementation at the team level facilitating problem-solving standard work and continuous improvement. This role works closely with Lean Leaders to build Lean capability. They are the engine of continuous improvement identifying inefficiencies solving problems and contributing to the culture of Lean. Strategic Leadership Resource for the organization to lead Regional-based problem-solving engagements Policy Deployment Cascade strategic goals from the top of the organization down to individual contributors ensuring everyone understands their role in achieving the companys vision. Governance Oversee Lean Business system Lean methodologies tools and associated process improvement standard work. Establish Lean governance structures performance dashboards & sustainment mechanisms. C-Suite Collaboration Work closely with the executive leadership team facilitating effective communication and collaboration to drive strategic initiatives. Stakeholder Engagement Serve as a liaison between the executive team regional leadership and key stakeholders ensuring transparent and effective communication. Continuous Improvement Champion a culture of continuous improvement leveraging Lean methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. Risk Management Identify and mitigate risks ensuring the organizations long-term sustainability and success. Mentorship & Training Coach and develop Lean Practitioners Process Owners and other leaders within the organization fostering a culture of growth and development. How you will do it Solve challenges by helping with global synergy opportunities best practice sharing implementation. Work closely with local leadership to implement and deliver improvements in process performance. Mentor other project leaders to accelerate results and improve the culture of continuous improvement. Identify key process improvement opportunities and lead process standardization. Conduct training sessions and workshops to promote Lean methodologies. Facilitate workshops and training sessions balancing theoretical knowledge with practical application. Foster innovation by introducing new CI techniques methodologies and tools sharing insights broadly across CI Team. What we look for Bachelors degree in Business Quality Engineering or a related field. Extensive experience in Continuous Improvement. Experience leading business transformation projects - track record of delivering tangible recognized business & customer results. Demonstrated leadership capability strong business acumen ability to align change management approach to business needs. Strong communication and presentation skills. Ability to establish rapport with leaders customers and peers. Proven analytical and systems-thinking : design & deployment of end-to-end solutions that exceed requirements. Excellent facilitation and strategic thinking skills. Experience in leading training and coaching Lean and Six Sigma methods & tools. Demonstrated capability in team building coaching and effective collaboration. Proactive risk management and issue resolution skills with appropriate escalation practices. Travel Requirements 25-50% Required Experience Director Key Skills Program assessment FDA Regulations Manufacturing & Controls Program Evaluation budget forecast Research Experience Operations Management Research & Development Strategic Planning Contract Management Leadership Experience negotiation Employment Type Full-Time Experience years Vacancy 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr