Integrated Lean Six Sigma (IL6S) Continuous Improvement Manager

Job Description
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Working as part of a cross-functional team, you are an internally recognized expert in a critical technical area for the RDQ process development function. You identify, define and solve complex technical and business problems by applying your broad technical and in-depth knowledge. You oversee the delivery of assigned programs, support new programs/platforms linked to business objectives and use your expertise in your technical area when interacting with senior management and global cross-functional teams to help deliver on current and future demands of the business.
How you will contribute
You will support technically focused projects and use your technical expertise to guide, direct and influence activities lead by others and to ensure the right solutions are developed, future breakthrough opportunities are identified, and executable programs are implemented with technical rigor. In this role, you will be accountable for the technical outcomes of process developments activities (e.g. process design and specifications, process scale up, commissioning etc.) and for quantifying the technical risks your projects and those lead by others, offering recommendations and conclusions and influencing senior stakeholders when making business decisions. As a leader in your technical field, you will develop and leverage connections internally and with the external technical partners. As a leader of people, you will create a culture that fosters intellectual properties to drive competitive advantage; manage an internal team of process developers and work with cross-functional partners to establish resource and budget needs to deliver the requirements in your business area of responsibility; provide strategic leadership in your process technology area and/or process development program, and; mentor and coach others to grow technical talent.
What you will bring
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:

• Technical leadership in process development, including a leading process development team, ideally within fast-moving consumer goods environment
• Applying your strong technical leadership and expertise to set and deliver the business and functional agenda
• Effectively influencing category leads (e.g. vice presidents) and cross-functional leaders (e.g. engineering, commercial)
• Using critical thinking and thought leadership proactively to ensure solutions to complex issues are delivered
• Working collaboratively in a fast-paced global commercial and technical environment
• Coaching and mentoring others
• Ensure that foundational skills/capabilities keep pace with technology advancements
• Creating a culture of technical curiosity, learning and collaboration

More about this role
What you need to know about this position:
In line with the job purpose, key outputs of this job will entail the following:

• Drives behavioral change across integrated supply chain through IL6S tools and build /strengthen focused improvement (FI) culture.
• Lead the FI pillar and identify losses and productivity opportunities across site.
• Supports to achieve Integrated Supply Chain productivity targets through loss elimination.
• Delivers FI knowledge, processes and systems in a standardized manner across site. Ensures technical excellence and consistent approach with common language and tool sets
• Plan, support and conduct training in Six Sigma methodologies (Black Belts, Green Belts). Provide assistance to business in identifying, planning and implementing Six Sigma projects
• Supports in developing/measuring KPIs that clearly measure supply chain performance as a base for improvements.
• Build up effective system for measuring & control of KPIs.
• Coach and guide on IL6S projects to accelerate execution and completion.
• Proactively collaborates with Global FI in order to communicate the global benchmarking methodology, sharing the best practices, implementing Il6S tool
• Strengthen continuous improvement networking among ISC disciplines and operations across AMEA.
• Support Plant lead in leading monthly MBR calls and site performance evaluations (GE/OEE/Variances/Losses etc.)
• Perform work in compliance with the requirements of IMS (Integrated Management System) and valid work procedures and instructions
• Lead a number of E2E projects through a group of cross-functional leaders encompassing the value chain from Procurement to Sales. Build capability across region to ensure E2E mind-set
• Develops organizational capability to realize ISC strategy through supporting Training and development process. Supports functional leads to develop talent pipeline.

Education / Certifications:
In order to succeed in this role, it is expected that the ideal candidate will have:

• University degree in Engineering/technical or equivalent
• 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing environment - knowledge of IL6S/TPM/Lean manufacturing. Preferred experience in leading focused improvement (FI) pillar within IL6S domain
• Qualified as Master Black Belt (MBB) with proven record of delivering productivity projects.
• Understands processes of make/pack/ship and how to leverage these processes across the total supply chain providing optimal benefits
• Broad working knowledge in Finance, Business administration, Logistics, Operations, Engineering, Marketing and R&D
• Demonstrated ability to challenge the status quo and work effectively cross functionally and with a wide array of plant personnel
• Demonstrated Leadership Skills

Job specific requirements:

• Knowledge of project management
• Application of Lean Manufacturing Concept and use of Lean Tools and techniques
• Knowledge of IL6S PM & AM pillar methodology
• Knowledge of Production Management systems and practices (Efficiency, waste, production planning, labour planning and utilization)
• Knowledge of HSE systems and practices
• Knowledge of Quality systems and practices
• Knowledge of People Management processes and practices

What extra ingredients you will bring:

• Must be results focused, decisive, pro-active and meticulous.
• Must display both a quality & customer orientation.
• Must show a sense of urgency & team focus in the delivery of outputs

Obligations
It is expected that you will:

• Carry out the role accountabilities within the operating and process frameworks that apply to the company
• Work together with all your peers and customers. A key part of your performance review each year will be based on their input.
• Exemplify the company's Higher Purpose & Values in practice - this will be a key part of your annual development cycle.

Key Relationships
The incumbent will liaise with key members of various business units:

• Manufacturing Manager
• Production Teams
• Support functions
• Suppliers

Travel requirements:

• None

Work schedule:

• Standard Business Hours

No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
Mondelēz International's Sub Saharan Africa Business Unit is made up of three key focus areas namely Southern Africa, West Africa and the Rest of Africa Markets. The Business Unit is home to approximately 1000 Makers and Bakers who strive to bring only the best quality and loved brands to our consumers. Mondelēz International in Sub Saharan Africa is proud to house global legacy brands including Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo, Halls and Bournvita, together with local jewels such as Cadbury LunchBar, Chappies, TomTom and Dentyne. The Business Unit's Markets have consistently been awarded Top Employer certification, and has been recognised as a Top Employer in Africa.
Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type
Regular
Process Development & Engineering
Science & Engineering