Works with the all levels of the business unit (BU) to design and develop the strategy for the deploy-ment of the Company's operating system. Must be a recognized industry expert in the field of lean operating systems or other continuous improvement change efforts such as Six Sigma. Responsible for creating and maintaining an effective strategic level implementation plan so the operating systems (OS) methods, tools and practices are effectively used by the organization. Continuously scans for external best practices and is recognized as on of the company's industry contacts. Span of control =0; this is an individual contributor job

• Provides support for the organization during project selection, scoping, and delivery to ensure ef-fective application of Lean Six Sigma tools and alignment with business goals and strategy
• Ensures two-way communication throughout the organization for the continuous improvement process. This includes keeping the continuous improvement (CI) champions, sponsors, process owners, management, and project owners informed of the project status.
• Identifies gaps proactively in the organization's performance and develop and execute strategic continuous improvement solutions to drive bottom line results.
• Scans the industry for best practices of improvement tools and methods, proposes to Continuous Improvement Partnership Group Governance team (CIPG),and implements them as appropriate.
• Provides support for the organization's project portfolio through guidance, advice, and prioritization of projects.
• Leads and manages the dynamics of high-impact cross-functional projects and business-wide improvement initiatives.
• Conducts OS (Lean/Six Sigma) training, identify Business Unit training candidate pool, and pro-vides input on appropriate OS (Lean/Six Sigma) capacity
• Trains and/or coaches all levels from senior executives to front line employees; which includes other CI personnel, in a one-on-one and/or group environment, on CI tools, principles, projects, and activities
• Utilizes OS principles, methods and tools to design, implement, improve, monitor, and align the tools into the way work is performed.
• Identifies, suggests, and implements best practices to facilitate effective solutions and methods that will improve processes in all areas of the business

• Bachelor's degree in business, science, or a related discipline, & 8 years of experience in implementing change initiatives, inclusive of 5 years of supervisory, lead worker or project management experience.
• Must have implementation experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or other performance operating systems; a mastery of process variability reduction (Six Sigma) and waste reduction (Lean) principles, and; presented training at all levels & phases of projects.
• Lean Six Sigma / Six Sigma Black belt certified, or equivalent experience using advanced Lean/Statistical methodologies solving complex/significant issues

Preferred

• Master's degree in a job-relevant discipline
• Master black belt certified

Other Requirements

• Must be a strong facilitator, with the ability to influence, negotiate and resolve issues to reach consensus and common goals
• Exercises judgment in coaching/mentoring black belt candidates and other CI personnel in the performance of their projects
• Must have experience using a coaching and mentoring model with all levels of leadership with multiple business units and clientele.
• Mastery of basic Lean Six Sigma tool set and a track record of use of sophisticated CI tools.
• Understanding of organization and business knowledge that includes structure, enterprise and business unit strategy
• Ability to work independently and drive aggressive project timelines.
• Able to convey project impacts in terms of their financial and budget impact

Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.