HR Process Excellence Lead (m/f/d)

Stryker•Cork, MI

16h•$83,300 - $138,800

About The Position

The HR Process Excellence Lead works with a Process Owner or Project Lead to identify, plan, and scope process work and improvement projects. Serving as the main business liaison for process improvements and a subject matter expert in operational excellence, the role supports process management and maturity to improve how HR creates and delivers value to employees. The position reports to the HR Process Excellence Senior Manager. The role collaborates with global stakeholders across multiple regions and time zones and may be based across EMEA or in the United States. It is a fixed-term assignment through December 31, 2027. Relocation is neither required nor sponsored. The position may be performed remotely, in a hybrid arrangement, or onsite, and requires travel of up to 20%. The posting also states “Travel Percentage: None.” Compensation varies by location: Germany ranges from €5,157–€9,861 EUR monthly for listed locations and schedules, or €69,400–€115,700 EUR annually for Berlin/Duisburg/Waghäusel/field-based; Spain €44,000–€73,400 EUR annually; France €45,500–€75,900 EUR annually; United Kingdom £42,600–£70,900 GBP annually; Ireland €51,000–€86,000 EUR annually; Netherlands €56,300–€104,500 EUR annually; and the United States (USN) $83,300–$138,800 USD annually. The role may also be eligible for incentive compensation, such as a bonus and/or commissions where applicable, and Stryker’s comprehensive benefits package. A recruiter can provide details about salary and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or relevant experience, in an engineering, logistics, or technical discipline from an accredited university.
At least 2 years of business-facing HR, HR COE, HR Operations, or other role-related experience.
Lean experience through course curriculum, certification, or practical application of Lean methodology.
Strong track record of accomplishments and ability to clearly articulate achievements and impact.
Experience with virtual collaboration tools such as Miro, Mural, or Whiteboard.
Ability to travel up to 20%.

Nice To Haves

Project management skills and/or Kaizen event experience, from initiation through full implementation.
Experience with training development and delivery.
Experience with Workday and ServiceNow.

Responsibilities

Work closely with HR teams to identify process gaps, role clarity issues, and process inefficiencies.
Communicate with the business to identify and prioritize process needs and pain points.
Work with the HR Project Management Office to align projects with business objectives and standards.
Work with the Process Excellence Senior Manager to identify potential business impacts of process changes and inform change management and communications efforts.
Scope, lead, and manage problem-solving workshops; use problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and assess opportunities to improve processes for the global HR function.
Select and analyze project measures, including creating process measures as needed.
Support assessment and selection of technology as needed.
Develop process designs to improve standardization, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Partner with the business to implement and operationalize new or changed processes.
Prepare deliverables and manage handoff to the business, providing additional support as needed.
Track, calculate, and capture the value of process improvements.
Support creation of Lean education materials and deliver Lean training.
Lead projects using critical thinking and independent judgment.