Director, Operational Excellence, Global Supply Chain

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Reporting to the Executive Director of Global Supply Chain Business Enablement, and partnered with Enterprise Operational Excellence (OpEx) and the GSC Organization, the Director OpEx for GSC leads and collaborates with supply chain functions and the greater OpEx network on developing and implementing strategies that drive a continuous Improvement culture. This position will lead the identification and execution of strategic and operational priorities across GPS (Global Product Development and Supply) in support of exceeding Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost performance. In order to achieve this, it will be critical that this position work with leaders across Global Supply Chain to meet business objectives and build the foundations to drive continuous, sustainable, flawless execution and performance improvement. This role will require an individual who can build/implement a framework for global supply chain as well as support the business identify and improve key performance and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply Continuous Improvement and Lean tools to consistently improve performance, reduce waste and drive productivity across GPS sites and functions.
• Improve Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost performance through:
  • Business Process Improvement - Define, optimize and maintain end to end business processes
  • Lead workshops, Kaizen, DMAIC, PDCA and Lean Six Sigma Projects
  • Deployment of Governance Systems
  • Deployment of Visual Management Systems
  • Root cause problem solving
  • Optimization of Labor, Facility, and Space Utilization
  • Identification of Meaningful Metrics and Key Performance Indicators
  • Continuous Improvement Education and Training
  • Continuous Improvement Project Intake and Prioritization
  • Build organizational capability and provide training/coaching
• Lead cross functional teams in understanding the current condition of assigned processes / systems, develop target condition, establish plans to close the gap and coach teams to successfully achieve value capture
• Driving Change Management to promote a culture and mindset of operational excellence and continuous improvement across GPS and embedding it into daily work
• Building, maintaining and leveraging relationships across the matrix to identify opportunities for process improvement and facilitate the implementation of measurement and management systems
• Coaching / mentoring of stakeholders, team members and GPS employees at all levels to support them through the adoption of lean principles and practices
• Build organizational capabilities and deploy OpEx training in support of achieving organizational priorities

Professional experience and qualifications:

• Scientific or Engineering Bachelor’s degree required
• Lean or Six Sigma experience required. Black belt certification preferred
• 10 + years’ experience in a high tech/manufacturing environment (Pharmaceutical/Med Device Industry experience preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Operations / Operational Excellence roles applying “lean” principles
• Demonstrated proficiency in managing portfolio of projects and in leading change through others to achieve operational excellence.
• Track record of success in the rigorous planning, execution and timely delivery of enterprise level projects and programs
• Demonstrated experience in solving complex problems in manufacturing and business processes. Proven innovation & opportunity identification translated to tangible initiatives and successful value capture
• Builds relationships, able to negotiate & influence, and manage change in a global matrix environment
• Demonstrated proficiency and passion for lean methodology, tools and manufacturing process improvement
• Exceptional skills in leadership, coaching, analytical problem solving and strong business acumen
• Superior written and verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Up to ~30% travel (domestic and International)

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On-site Protocol
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

COVID-19 Information
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