Continuous Improvement Manager

The Continuous Improvement Manager is pivotal in driving transformational changes across Flow Controls Europe Enterprise. The topics to cover are Volume Growth Profitability improvement or Customer Satisfaction.

This role integrates key Continuous Improvement programs Perfect Execution methodologies and best lean approaches into a cohesive customer-focused strategy. The aim is to bring value reduce lead times improve delivery performance optimize costs and support growth by reviewing and enhancing processes people and tools in identified areas with particular focus on enterprise across departments and across factories projects.

IN THIS ROLE YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:
- Process Redesign: Design and implement top-down and bottom-up methodology to identify and prioritize high-impact improvement projects for the enterprise X-departments and X-factories.

- Project Execution and Sustainability: Lead identified Continuous Improvement programs by driving and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure successful completion facilitate smooth handovers to business owners and ensure sustained improvements over time.

- Culture and Collaboration: Promote a Continuous Improvement culture by redefining lean tools and facilitating departmental/functional driven projects whenever vital. Collaborate with department champions and leadership on Kaizen events workshops value stream mapping change management standardization and data analysis.

- Performance Enhancement: Strengthen the President Performance Report (PPR) process through proactive analysis continuous improvements and implementing countermeasures to drive best in class service levels.

- Representation: Represent the Business unit during Emerson Europe PPR processes share best practices and join cross-business unit initiatives as requested.

The above activities can be performed in any step of the Flow Controls execution from Sales to Engineering or Operations. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required for the position.

WHO YOU ARE:
You focus on crafting an effective collaborative style. You readily action new challenges without unnecessary planning.

FOR THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED:
- Bachelors degree in Business Management Engineering IT Supply Chain or a related field is recommended.

- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certifications.

- Proven experience in lean and/or continuous improvement projects within a multinational organization particularly in sectors like Automotive or others with proven Continuous Improvement cultures.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process efficiency.

- Excellent communication skills to effectively engage and influence stakeholders.

- Proficiency in using Lean tools and methodologies such as 5S PDCA and others.

- High adaptability innovative and curious approach.

- A proactive attitude with the ability to challenge the status quo and deliver results.

- Flexibility for travel on a project-by-project basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART:
- Experience in areas such as Detailing Manufacturing Supply Chain Engineering Product Planning Sales and S&OP in Flow Controls Business or similar Multinational Companies.

- Additional recognized certifications such as Certified Lean Practitioner Kaizen Facilitator or similar credentials are valued.

OUR CULTURE & COMMITMENT TO YOU:
At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. Our location we offer the following benefits:
ACCESSIBLE WORKSPACE FOR DISABLES WITH WHEELCHAIR
Benefit for commuting
Free sporting opportunities
POSSIBILITY FOR HOME OFFICE WORK
Make this great opportunity yours!