Director, Lean Transformation

Sgs&Co is a global collective, collaborating to help brandsOwn The Moment™ when a consumer’s desire can be converted into action. We believe in the power of the package to convert interest into purchase; it’s what we call The Moment of Sale™. The sgsco collective delivers compelling package design and production consistently and quickly, with significant efficiencies, on a global scale.

Director, Lean Transformation

Responsibilities:

• Lead change agent in the implementation of Lean across global operations including establishment of standards, metrics, employee training, kaizen workouts, value stream management and after-action reviews
• Personally lead large-scale Business Transformation initiatives
• Manage a “Velocity” team of Lean Engineers that lead multiple Value Stream Improvement projects, including:
• Current State Value Stream Mapping
• Data Planning/Collection/Analytics
• Analysis of Waste via efficient execution of lean tools for optimal performance (ie. Value Add Efficiency and Speed)
• Future State Value Stream Mapping
• Project and Change Management of the Future State Implementation Plan
• Quickly scale improvements made in Value Stream Improvement projects on a global scale
• Develop a Global LEAN Scorecard that tracks improvements, especially as it pertains to speed vs stated goals
• Lead a monthly steering committee with key stakeholder to review performance of program and projects
• Conduct internal and external consulting engagements as it pertains to Lean improvements
• Conduct necessary training, coaching and mentoring as it pertains to Lean development for key stakeholders
• Support the functional teams in developing and executing Lean plans to improve the customer experience and operational metrics
• Continuously evaluate and operationalize Lean best practices

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience leading teams in a lean transformation(s) in a complex, globally diverse organization
• Minimum of 5 Years leading a team of Continuous Improvement experts
• High Level Lean Certifications Required (Lean Sensei, Black Belt, Master Black Belt)
• Other complimentary CI Certifications such as Six Sigma, PMP, Change Management, etc
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business or equivalent, MBA preferred
• Packaging experience an asset

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work effectively across functions; extensive experience leading cross-functional or geographically dispersed teams, proven mentoring and coaching abilities, ability to motivate & inspire others
• Must be flexible, adaptable and assertive
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills
• Strong project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively apply MS Excel, MS Visio, Simulation and other analysis tools for real-world problem-solving
• Polished presentation, business acumen and facilitation skills
• Exceptional understanding of Lean principles
• Experience with high volume operations
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Ability to operate in a Virtual world
• Some travel may be required