Continuous Improvement Manager
RS ComponentsGuangdongUpdate time: May 23,2019
Job Description
RS Components is a trading brand of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer more than 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping around 50,000 parcels a day. Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange FTSE 250 and in the last financial year had revenues of £2bn.
We place a strong emphasis on investing in our people, our best asset, enabling them to be customer focused at all times and exceeding their expectations. This is because our customers are at the heart of everything we do. So we look for people who have a strong belief in, and commitment to exceeding customer expectations, people who have pride and belief in their company.
In return we offer a positive and supportive culture which ensures that together we can help our customers do great things.
Role Summary
The Electrocomponents Group Senior Management Team (GSMT) has an ambitious strategy to embed “CI as the way we work” by simplifying the way we do things, delivering significant cost savings, revenue growth, support ‘becoming First Choice’ and being Customer obsessed.
This role will be reporting to the Vice President of CI and supporting in the delivery of the overall group CI programme, in defined areas, the CI Manager will work with the local functional teams at various levels as well as being part of the Group CI team; you will support the delivery of CI targets, lead delivery on your own CI projects as well as deliver Lean Six Sigma training & coach YB & GB’s to increase the CI understanding, skill set & desired CI behaviours within the area(s) of scope.
Key Responsibilities
Work with Continuous Improvement Business Partners, Hub &/or Functional Leadership teams to deliver, On Time In Full (OTIF) on the CI plans & targets aligned to the strategic priorities and goals
Recommend application of appropriate Lean Six Sigma or alternative CI methodologies (eg/ Agile, Prince etc) to achieve these objectives
Help in the identification & lead delivery of Black Belt CI projects to achieve financial & intangible targets, by using LEAN Six Sigma and Process Improvement methodologies, tools and techniques and appropriate project management & change management concepts
Identify candidates for the CI training program, i.e. Yellow Belt, Green or Black Belt & deliver CI training, coach and certify to the ECM CI group standards
Display the right CI behaviours to inspire all levels of colleagues to drive continuous improvement in their areas and to sustain gains and results achieved during the projects. Support the CI Group Team & local leadership teams in embedding CI as ‘the way of working‘
Ensure all projects and benefits are tracked and reported in accordance with the Group CI standards, accurately and on time. Enable results to be measured & sustained in all functions/locations, support ad hoc audits as required. Ensure corrective actions are put in place to deliver continuous results
Meet and exceed defined savings targets and improvement objectives established for CI activities within the area assigned
Participate in tollgate project reviews & coach assigned CI activities eg/ Kaizen; 8D; JDI; YB and GB activities
Provide regular updates to the CI Group team as well as the local functional / hub team and proactively manage communication of successes and challenges
Support improvements & change that impacts NPS results, positively
Update training material where needed, keep it relevant, fit for purpose & future proof. Conduct & support problem solving exercises to identify & eliminate root causes & sustain improvements
Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications Required
Qualifications and Experience
Degree in Accounting, Business Marketing or related field
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Demonstrated Continuous Improvement experience of project leadership with proven track record of successful on time delivery with measurable business benefits
Ability to engage others in Continuous Improvement from low to middle levels of the organization.
Offer / how to apply:
In return we offer an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension scheme, childcare vouchers, life assurance, flexible working and career development to rival any global organisation. We provide a healthy work/life balance, along with a fulfilling and rewarding long term career.
Please apply online, uploading your CV in English or email your resume to Crystal.Chen@rs-components.com
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