Senior Director, Lean Manufacturing

Work Flexibility : Remote

Position Summary :

This role will be responsible for developing GQO lean strategy, building lean culture and capabilities and applying lean principles and tools to deliver results across GQO functions globally.

This role will lead transformation efforts to build lean capabilities, including the development of lean leadership and strengthening Stryker lean methodologies and strategies.

Additionally, you will mentor and coach senior leadership across the enterprise and thoughtfully apply lean to our most important strategic priorities.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to create strategy, hands-on lean execution, as well as the ability to scale lean through the development of others.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

Lean Strategy Development :

• Develop and execute lean development programs aligned to strategic priorities.
• Partner with senior leaders to establish KPIs.
• Partner with supervisor to develop and execute Stryker’s strategy and create organizational alignment through Strategy Deployment (Hoshin Kanri).
• Ensure lean deployment has an effective supporting operating rhythm.

Deliver Results and Outcomes :

• Thoughtfully apply lean principles and tools to deliver key business outcomes.
• Deliver both business results and scalable lean capabilities.

Leadership :

• Develop high-performing lean leaders across GQO.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and department heads to promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Lean Tools and Techniques :

• Implement and continuously improve the Styker lean toolkit.
• Teach and deploy lean tools including Standard Work, Daily Management, Problem Solving, Kaizen, Value-Stream Mapping, Transactional Process Improvement, Kanban and 6S.
• Train and educate employees at all levels on lean principles and tools.

Change Management :

• Partner with supervisor to develop change management strategy.
• Drive organizational change to embrace lean principles and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Facilitate communication and provide guidance to ensure the successful adoption of lean practices.

Performance Monitoring :

• Establish and maintain systems for monitoring and reporting on the progress and impact of lean initiatives.
• Regularly review and adjust strategies based on performance data.

Compliance and Standards :

• Ensure that all lean transformation efforts comply with industry standards and regulations.
• Promote a culture of safety and quality in all lean initiatives.

Education & Training :

Undergraduate Degree; Graduate Degree preferred with focus in technical or operational background; Demonstrated deep practitioner experience in Lean in both operations and transactional environments;

demonstrated proficiency and experience in change management and strategy development required; Engineering, supply chain, and finance skills are highly preferred.

Qualifications & Experience :

• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing / lean leadership role preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of senior leadership experience in a lean transformation role, with responsibility for implementing lean in multiple manufacturing sites.
• Minimum of 5 years experience leading Lean manufacturing transformations and implementing Lean methodologies in small and large manufacturing plants and organizations.
• Strong understanding of Lean and continuous improvement tools and techniques.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and change management skills.
• Proficiency in project management and data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to present to and influence senior business leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage risk, schedule, budget, and resources for highly complex and large impact projects against set milestones with challenging deadlines.
• Demonstrated proficiency in working in a matrix organization and partnering at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a complex environment, leveraging internal and external partners to meet the needs of the business.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large impact projects.
• Must possess excellent organizational, planning skills and time management skills.

Travel Percentage : 50%Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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