POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a Business Excellence Manager with extensive experience in CAPEX and procurement to support the expansion and refurbishment of current US R&D facilities. This role involves defining playbooks for procurement contexts, understanding category management from a project perspective, and offering high-level strategies for governance models around projects. The ideal candidate will be self-driven, capable of setting up programs independently, and able to interact with customers with limited oversight.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)

• Deploy, deliver, and develop competency that establishes holistic operational excellence programs for clients.

• Play a key role in contributing to the overall organizational goals and strategy roadmap and execution for our clients.

• Participate in the strategic planning process by translating strategic goals into operational goals.

• Develop transformation roadmaps in partnership with client teams in support of their goals.

• Coach leaders on appropriate problem-solving approaches (lean, six sigma, etc.) for key issues.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders that interact with the program strategies and goals.

• Apply business excellence methodologies in a range of settings including operations, labs, engineering, administrative functions and other related business processes.

• Other duties as assigned. These job requirements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree (preferred) in a related technical and/or business discipline or equivalent experience.

Technical Experience:

• Minimum of 9-15 years of demonstrated leadership in the medical device industry or a directly related field.

• 8-10 years of experience defining playbooks for procurement contexts.

• Knowledge of classical CAPEX projects, with sub-disciplines including Construction, Engineering, Equipment, Lab, Furniture, IT, and Architectural.

• CAPEX/Procurement SME with 10 years of experience and a category procurement background (Engineering, R&D, Admin, IT).

• Knowledge of Cougar Procurement System is a plus.

• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent with extensive project experience using LSS methodologies.

• Strong background in holistic operational excellence structures and the associated tools/techniques.

• Comfortable guiding teams on operational excellence at all levels in their work environments.

• Dynamic and engaging facilitation/training skills.

• Solid coaching and mentoring competency.

• Ability to convey and communicate complex concepts simply and clearly.

• Self-starter, works independently, and maintains a positive, enthusiastic attitude.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

• Operate as a team and/or independently while demonstrating flexibility to changing requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of the requirements that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer keyboard and mouse; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit, as well as to lift and carry objects such as books and files weighing up to 25 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, or kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, including moderate noise level, an indoor temperate environment, and light levels that are bright and conducive to minimal eye strain, typical for an office environment.

TOTAL REWARDS PROGRAM:

We define total rewards as compensation, benefits, remote work/flexibility, development, recognition, and our culture with programs that support each of our reward pillars. This includes a market competitive base salary and annual incentive plan, robust benefit offerings, and ongoing recognition and career development opportunities. Employees also enjoy our generous flexible paid time off program, company-paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions and the ability to work "almost anywhere".

COMPENSATION:

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $132,000.00 yearly in our lowest geographic market up to $172,000.00 yearly in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

LEGAL STATEMENT

COMPANY X are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers. All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Supply Chain jobs

(SAMPLE) Sr. Business Excellence Program Manager (Procurement)