SUPPLYONE INC.-posted about 22 hours ago
Full-time • Manager
Newtown Township, PA
1,001-5,000 employees

As an integral team member, you will lead our continuous improvement program to embed lean principles across our operations. In this role, you will lead the continuous improvement team and drive process optimization, while maximizing productivity and value for the customer, minimizing waste, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate possesses excellent problem-solving skills and has a proven track record in implementing lean methodologies to achieve and sustain measurable results.

  • Building and leading a high-performing continuous improvement team in collaboration with regional leadership.
  • Using lean tools to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
  • Developing, implementing, and sustaining lean transformation strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Leading cross-functional teams to implement process improvement projects.
  • Training and coaching team members on lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Kanban.
  • Analyzing data to monitor and measure the impact of lean initiatives and presenting results to stakeholders.
  • Establishing and monitoring KPIs to track continuous improvement efforts.
  • Collaborating with leadership to prioritize improvement opportunities and allocate resources.
  • Conduct detailed process analyses of current workflows to identify waste, operational inefficiencies, and alignment with lean principles.
  • Facilitate workshops, training, and brainstorming sessions on lean tools and frameworks.
  • Implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices across regions based on lean principles.
  • Track and report key business wide performance indicators (KPIs) to assess process improvement success and present them to senior management.
  • Support the development of a strategic roadmap for lean transformation and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented changes.
  • Work to improve workplace organization and operational efficiency, including 5S implementation.
  • Aligning with management to integrate lean initiatives with business objectives and customer needs.
  • Lead Kaizen events to promote small, incremental changes across teams.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in lean management.
  • Ability and willingness to travel 40% of the time with close proximity to a major airport. Preferably, based out of Philadelphia, Charlotte, Atlanta, Tampa Bay, or Dallas.
  • 10+ years of experience as a lean manager or in a similar role in process improvement, operations leadership, process optimization, or lean management, ideally in the packaging or corrugated business.
  • At least 5 years experience leading teams, ideally teams of continuous improvement professionals.
  • Proficiency in process improvement frameworks and lean methodologies/tools like 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, and Six Sigma.
  • Hands-on experience in project and change management with a track record of delivering measurable results.
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret data and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities to influence teams and stakeholders.
  • A results-driven mindset with a focus on measurable outcomes.
  • Strong commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing, logistics, or service industry workflows.
  • Ability to grow to next level and or beyond is a must
  • Relevant certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt/Black Belt) or Lean Management.
  • Proficiency in process mapping software and tools
  • Knowledge of agile methodologies or frameworks.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
  • Strong facilitation skills for conducting workshops and Kaizen events.
  • Strong leadership skills to drive organizational change and engage teams.
  • Knowledge of data analytics tools to measure and interpret performance metrics.
  • Knowledge of packaging or corrugated industry and distribution businesses
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