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Director, Central Continuous Improvement, Americas


Job Location:

Towson, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 134300 - 231700
Posted: 12 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Director Central Continuous Improvement Americas - Remote

This position requires to 75% domestic and international travel.

Come build something that matters.

Empower Innovation. Lead Transformation. Make a Global Impact.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who our top-notch team of approximately 43500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the worlds most beloved brands including DEWALT BLACKDECKER CRAFTSMAN STANLEY CUB CADET and HUSTLER.

The Job:

As Director Central Continuous Improvement Americasyoullbe part of ourcorporate teamworking as a remote employee. Youllget to:

  • Set and Execute CI Strategy:Develop and drive the strategic direction for continuous improvement across manufacturing sites in the Americas aligning initiatives with global business objectives
  • Lead andbuild capableteams:Oversee mentor and develop a high-performing team of CI professionalsto deliver impactful operational improvements
  • Champion Lean Transformation:Workhand-in-handwith our Tools & Outdoor regional manufacturing leaders to implementstandardized best practices andachievemeasurable results across the region
  • Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration:Partner with senior manufacturing and operations leaders toidentify prioritize and execute major improvement workstreamsleveragingdata analytics and KPI management for sustained performance gains.
  • Governance & KPI Management:Establishand monitor operational and financial KPIs ensuring accountability and transparency in the execution of CI initiatives.
  • Standardize and Scale Success:Lead the codification and deployment of new CI approaches and methodologies embedding them into the SPX program and ensuring adoption at all relevant sites.
  • Coach for Excellence:Build organizational CI capability by coaching leaders managers and shop floor teams in advanced problem-solving and new ways of working.
  • Foster a Culture of Continuous Improvement:Promote an environment of innovation learning and operational excellence throughout the Americas.
  • This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B OPT/CPT TNetc).

The Person:

You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable intimidated by innovation. Wouldnt it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good In fact you embrace it. You also have:

  • Bachelors degree in Engineeringor relatedfield
  • 10 years of progressive manufacturing experience including leadership of multi-site CI initiatives in consumer goods or similar industries
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • DemonstratedexpertiseinToyota Production System (TPS)Lean Six Sigma TPM or related CI methodologies (certification preferred)
  • Strong strategic thinking analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experiencedeveloping and managing high-performing teams
  • Ability to travel up to75% (domestic and international) with flexibility based on business needs
  • Ability to communicate in Spanish will be plus

The Details:

Youllreceive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan including:

  • Medical dental life vision disability 401(k) Employee Stock Purchase Plan paid time off and tuition reimbursementin addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
  • Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More:

We want our company to bea placeyoullwant to be and stay. Being part of our team meansyoullget to:

  • Grow:Be part of our global company with 20 brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
  • Learn:Have access to a wealth of learning resources including our digital learning portal.
  • Belong:Experience an awesome place to work where we have mutual respect anda greatappreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
  • Give Back:Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism giving back and sustainable business practices.

Whatsmoreyoullget that pride that comes from empowering makers doers protectors and everyday heroes all over the than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader and innovators. As successful aswevebeen in the past we have so much further to you come in. Join us!

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B OPT/CPT TNetc).

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The Salary range for this position is $134300.00 - $231700.00
  • This is the lowest to highest annual full-time salary range we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level geographic location job-related knowledge skills qualifications experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker.

  • The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations.

  • The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases.

  • Medical dental life vision disability401(k) Employee Stock Purchase Plan paid time off and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.

  • Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tool sand other partner programs.

We Dont Just Build The World We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here youll get the unique chance to impact some of the worlds most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS DEWALT CRAFTSMAN MAC TOOLS and Black Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are

Were the Worlds largest tool company. Were industry visionaries. Were solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art smart factory products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843 but that hasnt stopped us from evolving into a vibrant diverse global growth company.

What Youll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths arent linear here. Being part of our global company with 60 brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Benefits & Perks

Youll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical dental life vision wellness program disability retirement benefits Employee Stock Purchase Plan Paid Time Off including paid vacation holidays & personal days and tuition reimbursement. And of course discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

Learning & Development:
Our lifelong learning philosophy means youll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because thats how the best work gets done. Youll find we like to have fun here too.

Purpose-Driven Company:
Youll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veterans status or any other protected characteristic.

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Headquartered in the USA, Stanley Black & Decker is the world’s largest tool company with 50 manufacturing American facilities and more than 100 worldwide.

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