Senior Specialist Operational Excellence & Strategy

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and drive Operational Excellence initiatives across the site to improve efficiency, reduce complexity, and enhance overall business performance.
• Identify, prioritize, and execute Lean Six Sigma projects focused on process simplification, standardization, waste reduction, and right-first-time execution.
• Establish and sustain standard work practices, visual management tools, and 5S methodologies across operations.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving activities and support a culture of continuous improvement.

Strategy & Business Performance

• Support the development and execution of site strategic initiatives and ensure alignment between operational activities and business objectives.
• Drive integrated site planning processes and contribute to long-term capacity, workforce, and facility planning.
• Monitor, analyze, and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) to support effective decision-making and performance management.
• Prepare business analyses, performance reviews, and improvement recommendations for senior stakeholders.

Digital Transformation & Data Analytics

• Develop and maintain dashboards, automated reports, and business intelligence solutions to improve operational transparency.
• Identify opportunities for digitalization, automation, and process optimization across manufacturing and support functions.
• Utilize data analytics and performance insights to drive operational improvements and support strategic decision-making.
• Support the implementation of digital tools and innovative technologies that enhance productivity and efficiency.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Project Leadership

• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, EHS, and other functions to deliver improvement projects and strategic initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and ensure sustainable implementation of process improvements.
• Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and stakeholder alignment activities to support change management efforts.
• Promote knowledge sharing and best practice implementation across the organization.

Compliance, Quality & Safety

• Ensure all activities comply with cGMP requirements, quality standards, site procedures, and EHS regulations.
• Support the review and approval of GMP-related documentation and operational processes.
• Actively contribute to a strong safety culture and support site-wide EHS initiatives.
• Serve as Site Area Training Coordinator when required and ensure training compliance within assigned areas.