Lead site-wide CI (Continuous Improvement) strategies using Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen to enhance productivity in receiving, picking, and shipping as well as Inventory management
Strengthen capabilities across the Supply Chain and Customer Care Org. of Supply Chain Americas
Deploy playbooks from the S&N Operating System in support and to drive improvements in KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
Help develop, deploy and maintain the roadmap for CI in Supply Chain
Partner with Supply Chain Leaders to deliver on Financial and Inventory strategic targets of the Supply Chain Org
Perform root cause analysis on recurring defects, mistakes, and errors to identify "repeat offender" products or process gaps
Audit and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across all locations and areas to ensure consistency, especially in high-variability areas like return and inventory processing
Assists in the definition and development of the regional and site-specific operational strategy and Ops Exce plan in support of the overall strategy as well as on the implementation of lean management practices while participating in the change management process across sites
Develop and monitor KPI dashboards (e.g., cycle time, inventory accuracy, order accuracy, etc.) using tools like Power BI to track the impact of improvements
Partner with IT to integrate warehouse management systems (WMS) and automation solutions to improve real-time visibility, process execution and labor planning

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
5-8+ years in a fast-paced warehouse or manufacturing environment, with specific experience in leading CI projects
Lean Six Sigma or Similar certification is required
Travel is required 50% of the time
Advanced knowledge of WMS/ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Manhattan), data analysis tools like Minitab, SQL or Excel
Strong leadership to drive cultural change
Excellent communication for coaching frontline teams
High adaptability for dynamic supply chain landscape in Orthopaedics
Experience in Training, Coaching and Mentoring front line supervisors and managers as well as front line associates
Solid understanding and experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean Methodologies, and Root Cause Problem Solving techniques (DMAIC Kaizen, PDCA cycle, A3 P. Problem Solving, etc.)

Senior OpEx Consultant, Supply Chain Americas

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