Job Description
A Business Excellence Specialist is required by a Cork-based client in the pharmaceutical sector on an initial 12-month contract.
This role will join a team of five other BEX partners supporting the development and strengthening of management systems and processes to improve performance and create higher value for stakeholders.
You will work on lean programmes of work related to:
* Optimisation & standardisation of business processes
* Managing site performance
* Continuous Improvement Projects
* A3 Root Cause Problem Solving
* Lean Capability Building
* Value Stream Mapping
* Managing Site Strategy
* Process Confirmation
Responsibilities:
* SUPPORT BUSINESS UNIT LEADERSHIP TEAMS AND FUNCTIONAL DEPARTMENTS THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENT OF BUSINESS PROCESS STANDARDS IN LINE WITH EXISTING STANDARDS, E.G. STANDARD WORK, 6S, DIGITAL PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT, A3 PROBLEM SOLVING, AND VALUE STREAM MAPPING.
* SHAPE AND LEAD SITE-WIDE CHANGE PROGRAMMES THROUGH LEAN & SIX SIGMA METHODOLOGIES.
* EMBED & SUSTAIN 'MANAGING SITE PERFORMANCE' BUSINESS PROCESS STANDARD ON SITE.
* DEVELOP AND CULTIVATE A CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT CULTURE.
* ENHANCE THE INVOLVEMENT AND ENGAGEMENT OF EMPLOYEES IN PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS.
* ENSURE ALL CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS ARE CONDUCTED TO THE HIGHEST STANDARDS IN A SAFE, QUALITY-FOCUSED, AND EFFECTIVE MANNER.
Skills and Experience Needed (Technical & Functional Skills):
* 5 Years Industry Experience; Lean Experience is Highly Desirable.
* Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills.
* Innovative, Adaptable and Collaborative Approach to Business Challenges.
* Incorporates Different Perspectives, Backgrounds, and Talent to Generate Effective Ideas or Solutions and Engage in Open and Constructive Conversations, Focused on High-Performance Teams.
* Ability to Work Independently and as Part of a Team.
* Proven Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking Skills.
* Third-Level Degree or Equivalent Qualification in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics.
* Certified to Black/Green Belt Level or Relevant Lean Qualification.
* Proven Track Record in Leading Significant Project and/or Change Initiatives that Have Delivered Breakthrough Results for an Organisation.
* Strong Cross-Functional Business Acumen and Demonstrated Ability to Lead the Delivery of Cross-Functional Projects.