OPEX Leader

What will you be doing?

• Partner with the Site Leadership Team to develop and execute a multi year transformation roadmap aligned with business and corporate strategy
• Lead deployment and maturity progression of the Smith+Nephew Business System across all site functions and end to end processes
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence through Lean Management Systems and structured problem solving methodologies
• Develop, implement, and monitor site KPIs that support business objectives and operational performance
• Lead strategic programs and complex projects that deliver sustainable business improvements
• Coach, mentor, and develop operational excellence capabilities across all levels of the organization
• Support digitization and automation initiatives in partnership with Operations Technology teams
• Facilitate value stream improvements focused on customer experience, operational efficiency, and profitable growth
• Improve decision making frameworks and problem solving capabilities within high performing teams
• Collaborate with global Operational Excellence colleagues to share best practices and strengthen business system tools, templates, and processes
• Provide regular updates and progress reporting to site and global leadership teams

U.S. Sponsorship or H1B transfer is not available for this role.

What will you need to be successful?

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field required. Master's degree preferred
• Leadership roles from disciplines such as operations, supply chain, or engineering
• Prior experience leading a lean transformation across a cross-functional facility
• Proven ability to analyze complex data, and develop evidence-based conclusions and data-based recommendations
• Proven track record for developing, training, and coaching teams
• Experienced in project and program management
• Experience in Change Management with demonstrated ability to act as an influential change agent
• Minimum 8 years in process improvement and Lean experience
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience and “hands on” track record of implementing successful lean based business systems including elements such as:
  • Strategy Deployment and A3 Thinking
  • Lean Leadership (Daily Management, Visual Management, Gemba Walks, Leader Standard Work)
  • Structured Problem Solving (i.e. DMAIC) utilizing a formal program/process
  • Value-Stream Mapping
  • Kaizen events
  • Implementation of Tiered Accountability/KPI Management across functions and businesses
  • Daily/weekly Shop Floor management systems
• Experience in regulated industry (i.e. Pharmaceutical, Medical Device) preferred.
• Business and financial acumen
• Six Sigma experience and/or certification a plus
• Med-Tech or Healthcare experience a plus
• Microsoft Office expertise

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.