Program Manager - Operational Excellence

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Leader in Operational Excellence for overseeing the implementation of an operational framework, optimizing organizational processes through data analysis, and fostering continuous improvement. The role involves identifying and resolving operational issues, implementing knowledge management strategies, and enhancing employee proficiency in operational methodologies. The primary goal is to drive efficiency, resilience, and cost-effectiveness while ensuring adherence to performance metrics and targets.

Roles & Responsibilities

• You will be responsible to strategize and deploy the Process Excellence framework, Lean Management System, benchmarking and continuous improvement to enhance the commercial function experience
• You will be responsible to drive the process simplification and process improvement through leading a structured ideation process to drive innovation. eliminating non-value-adding activities, removing redundancies, digitizing tasks, outsourcing non-core activities and create more time for scientific endeavors.
• You will be responsible to drive and implement a Cost Optimization program via Product and Cycle-time Excellence (PACE) methodology, identifying cost-saving ideas with functional leads, setting baselines and targets, and reviewing progress regularly.
• You will be responsible for Business Process Redesign (BPR) and Metric Improvement through Strategic Initiatives. Also, evaluate and optimize business processes for scalability and future needs, conducting thorough analysis and workshops with stakeholders. Implement standardized work instructions and modifications to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
• You will be responsible to establish and manage knowledge sharing practices, overseeing implementation and application of knowledge, and maintaining a comprehensive repository for future reference. Foster a culture of collaborative learning and deepen scientific knowledge through academic connections and technical training programs.
• You will be responsible to build leadership skills and motivate team members for improved Operational Excellence (OE) skills, enhancing their potential and resolving organizational challenges. Foster a collaborative environment to enable the team to handle higher responsibilities and deliver independently.

Qualifications

Educational qualification:

Minimum work experience:

Skills & attributes:

Technical Skills

• Master Black Belt/ Black Belt Certifications in Lean Six Sigma, Certification in project management and other improvement methodology.
• Prior experiences in internal/external process consulting
• Good knowledge of Lean Six Sigma Methodology & Tools
• Knowledge of Consulting practices, Process Excellence Framework
• Understanding of strategic Planning and business processes
• Good in data Analytics and providing recommendations
• Overall understanding of Operations, R&D, Supply Chain, operations/Management

BehavioralSkills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Business Acumen & Decision Making
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Performance oriented and good at building, leveraging relationship.
• Ability to work collaboratively with own team and cross-functional teams.
• Committed to Learning & Coaching the team.