Continuous Improvement Leader, Supply Chain

EMS/EPS/Continuous Improvement

Permanent

Job Description

For us going to work every day has an even greater purpose than putting the latest product or technology on the market. It's about improving the everyday lives of millions. By being sustainable and open to new ideas we can push the boundaries of cooking, cleaning, and wellbeing at home. But to keep doing so, we need more people who want to innovate and re-imagine what life at home can be.

In this role, you will play a key leadership position and be responsible for the implementation of the Electrolux Manufacturing System (EMS) and Electrolux Always Improve (EAI) in Supply Chain and the distribution network. You will be in a hands-on role and responsible for engaging the site leadership teams to define the lean strategy and tactical execution while driving cultural transformation. You will directly coach all levels of the organization on how to implement lean manufacturing practices and philosophies and serve as the Lean subject matter expert. You will work to develop strong cross-functional partnerships to improve processes and ensure a balance of cost, quality, service and people while implementing lean principles. You will also help to provide hands-on root cause analysis and problem-solving to focus and direct improvement activities utilizing EMS tools and methods to close business gaps while managing organizational change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure EMS and EAI activities support and drive the key business objectives that are in alignment with the global standards
• Lead the implementation of several improvement projects along with the education and deployment of Lean methodologies, change management, and team facilitation practices
• Guide best methods for material flow & scheduling based on best practices and utilization of product & process matrix and labor utilization
• Drive permanent changes in culture to ensure continuous improvement in cost, quality, service, people and working capital
• Identify operational gaps and initiate solution support, tracking Supply Chain and Warehousing team objectives to corporate plan
• Consistently drive objective goal setting and attainment of Supply Chain and distribution network metrics
• Support High-Performance Team deployment and create synergies between HPT and Lean implementation
• Perform bi-annual manufacturing and distribution site performance assessments

WHO YOU ARE:

• With a number of projects running simultaneously, flexibility and agility are essential.

• You can balance commercial considerations without compromising on quality, evaluating the data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.

• You build trust, good working relationships and communicate effectively with your colleagues and across functions.

• You can make yourself understood and are a good listener.

• You know your stuff and can articulate it well; building a case that is sound and people can buy into.

• You are open to opportunity and can see the bigger picture, keeping consumers and colleagues front of mind as you embrace the opportunities that our diversity offers.

• You are driven to succeed and focused on leading your team to achieve.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (Minimum Qualifications):

• B.S. Degree; Engineering field
• EMS Certification (Green Gear/Intermediate minimum)
• 7-10 years of experience leading a lean transformation in a large manufacturing/warehousing site including 5S, Waste Elimination, Standardized work, Visual Management, Teaming, TPM, Value Stream Mapping, Material Supply Processes, Logistics, Supermarkets, 8D, Business Plan Deployment, Line Balance, Single Piece Flow, etc.
• Well versed in modern tools and methodologies of process improvement and project management abilities; experience in leading multiple large improvement projects simultaneously

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to operate computer keyboard and telephone. The employee frequently is required to drive, walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

It is the policy at Electrolux to provide equal employment opportunities and affirmative action to all qualified individuals. All personnel actions, including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion of persons in all job titles, are administered without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, protected veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by law, and all employment decisions are based solely on valid job requirements. In addition, employees and applicants are protected from harassment, threats, coercion, intimidation, retaliation, or discrimination for: 1) Filing a complaint; 2) Assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance review, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, and any other applicable Federal, State, or local law requiring equal opportunity and affirmative action; 3) Opposing any act or practice made unlawful by Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity and affirmative action; 4) Exercising any other right protected by applicable laws. A copy of the Equal Employment Opportunity statement that reaffirms Electrolux's commitment to equal opportunity and affirmative action for its applicants and employees is posted in a form that is accessible and understandable to an individual with a disability. The Affirmative Action Plan for Protected Veterans and Individuals with a Disability, absent the confidential statistical reports, is available upon request.