Director Operational Excellence

Job description

Under the direction of the Sr Director of Operational Excellence, this person will act as an agent of change for facilitating and solving some of Honeywell’s biggest problems such as inventory surplus, global supply chain network constraints, procurement process, and operational execution opportunities. You will use the HMX framework to coach and lead facility leadership teams, to improve processes, increase productivity and help establish a mature lean culture.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Lead the assessment, strategy creation, and execution plan for transforming and improving rigor and operational excellence in key supply chain functions within IA to include planning, execution, and procurement Coach and develop team members, leaders and staff through operational excellence principles and drive process improvement using lean tools and methodologies.

• Coach lean process and behavior changes, developing a highly effective balanced scorecard for all applicable programs Implement KPIs and process rigor to drive improvements throughout the transformation
• Conduct regular executive communication updates on the status of the transformation, escalations, and support required
• Support the cross functional supply chain teams to develop and follow their standard work, yielding a culture of system, process, and behavior discipline to get results using lean principles
• Provide full financial analysis and capital expenditure supporting digital enhancements, justification as necessary, and accurately project and track savings

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE Lean transformation experience and understanding of lean principles with a proven track record of changing culture and getting results. Successfully facilitated and driven 20+ process or program improvements.

Experience with facilitating and deep diving supply chain processes and driving transformations. 5+ years program or project management experience

• 5+ years of Process Excellence or equivalent experience
• Ability to travel 75% WE VALUE Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or related discipline required. 5+ years Sr.

Manager experience is valuable. Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both senior management and production staff. Leadership through influence, coaching, mentoring, and teaching; ability to foster lean culture change in an environment with varying acceptance. Understanding of Gemba-based continuous improvement tools/techniques. APICS CPIM, Black Belt and Lean certifications or equivalent experience desired.