Regional Operations Excellence and Lean Operation System manager
$ 7,000 - $ 8,000 / month
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- Ability to define an LOS strategy, communicate it effectively, and secure stakeholder buy-in.
- Expertise in embedding Lean principles, coaching teams, and sustaining momentum over time.
- Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis, problem-solving, and process optimization.
- Proven ability to engage stakeholders, manage resistance, and drive cultural transformations.
- Excellent communication skills to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated success in working effectively across different cultures and organizational levels.
- Ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve ambitious goals collaboratively.
- Data-driven decision-making to support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Capability to mentor and develop site-level LOS managers, fostering organizational growth.
- Proficiency in providing constructive feedback to individuals and teams for performance enhancement.
- Strong change management skills to drive stakeholder engagement and address resistance effectively.
- Develop and implement APAC Operations Excellence and LOS strategy, standardized methodologies, and tools in alignment with global strategy.
- Lead the creation and execution of a comprehensive regional Operations Excellence and LOS strategy that aligns with corporate objectives and site-specific needs.
- Initiate and oversee Lean Administration projects to serve as benchmarks and facilitate knowledge sharing across APAC sites.
- Conduct in-depth workflow analyses to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Lead Kaizen programs (e.g. VGW, Kaizen events, etc) to foster a Lean culture in APAC.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and product management teams to execute LOS initiatives.
- Identify and address training needs by designing and delivering targeted programs (e.g., Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, TPM).
- Mentor and coach site-level LOS managers and leaders to enhance capabilities and drive Lean culture adoption.
- Coordinate APAC investments and Green & Red list framework for Machine.
- Ensure technological alignment and standardization across APAC manufacturing sites.
- Establish and maintain LOS maturity assessments to track progress and inform strategic improvements.
- Monitor and analyze MOR KPI performance to drive data-backed corrective actions and improvements.
- Monitor and encourage Operations cost savings initiatives across all buckets.
- Provide strategic recommendations to the APAC CTO to address performance gaps and opportunities.
- Promote best-practice sharing through the LOS Excellence Hub, fostering a culture of knowledge exchange and drive process standardization across sites, ensuring consistency in best practice application.
- Design and implement an LOS learning center to build a robust talent pipeline within the organization.
- Facilitate workshops and hands-on training to ensure the practical application of Lean techniques.
- Act as a change agent to install a continuous improvement mindset across all organizational levels.
- Spearhead process digitalization initiatives in alignment with AI and industry trends.
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in a Lean leadership role.
- Proven track record of implementing Lean methodologies (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, SMED, SFM, TPM) across multiple sites.
- Strong knowledge of Lean & Six Sigma principles; certification as a Lean Expert or Six Sigma Black Belt is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated experience in change management and leading cultural transformations.
- Hands-on experience with VSM, process flow analysis, and root cause problem-solving.
- Familiarity with digital tools and technologies used in manufacturing, such as MES, ERP, and data analytics platforms.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across different levels and functions.
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Willingness to travel extensively across the region, as required.
- Measurable improvements in operations efficiency and Lean Administration capability.
- A sustainable Lean culture driving continuous efficiency gains and innovation.
- Standardized best practices and operational excellence across all APAC sites.