Sr. Manager, R&D Delivery & Operating Model Excellence

JOB DESCRIPTION

Operational Excellence Leader in Technology Operations (Tech Ops) responsible for leading and driving principle-based behaviors and continuous improvement across product lines including Device, Sensor, and Digital functions. The role focuses on process improvement, data‑driven decision making, and change management to deliver year‑over‑year results. Benefits Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution. Tuition reimbursement, Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit – an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. What You’ll Do Lead organization’s capability in knowledge and understanding of metrics and measurements which impact the total performance of Tech Ops. Drive visual management and data understanding throughout Tech Ops facilities. Manage and facilitate continuous improvement projects in support of company objectives. Develop an implementation plan, conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans to accommodate unforeseen events. Recognize and remove barriers to project completion. Recognize the broader implications of actions and proposals on the overall business. Mentor/train key stakeholders in the use and practice of continuous improvement methodologies and tools (Lean, value stream mapping, six‑sigma, Kaizen). Assist in selecting, scoping and prioritizing continuous improvement projects across the business. Plan and facilitate the execution of various value stream mapping and Kaizen events. Estimate and verify financial benefits from continuous improvement projects. Act as a change agent by communicating enterprise‑wide changes to employees and helping them learn, understand, adjust and grow within the continuous improvement culture. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Participate as a key business partner to the leadership team. Contribute to business strategy development and operational execution of business plans. Help create the future state as it relates to shortened value streams, Tech Ops strategies, cross‑functional processes, and the establishment of uniform policies and procedures. Develop programs and initiatives that support the business strategies and plans. Think strategically to anticipate future issues and challenges and create appropriate plans now, using proactive approaches. Demonstrate analytical capability to find systemic issues to root cause and develop actions to mitigate, close and/or eliminate. Develop toolkits, templates, and guidance materials to enable consistent ways of working across teams. Monitor adoption of standardized processes and provide feedback to the Director on systemic improvement opportunities. Partner with Change Management to support adoption of new processes and practices. Identify operational friction points and recommend improvements to Business Excellence leadership. Lead high value projects within Tech Ops functions and sites and effectively coordinate projects with the deployment champion and other improvement project teams. Lead teams to execute projects with sound problem solving methodology, track project and program status and results, remove and elevate project barriers, and develop team members. Identify integration points across the project value stream projects/processes and coordinate the improvements with key stakeholders and process owners to maximize project/program value delivery. Manage the development and maintenance of methods and enabling systems (including governance, organizational structures, processes and tools) that accurately demonstrate the degree to which the project/program goals, objectives and metrics are being met. Provide deployment champion with the results and recommend appropriate corrective actions. Address program requirements necessary to support constantly changing priorities, responsibilities and organizational ambiguities. Recruit experts, advocates and team members into the Business Excellence infrastructure, and ensure continuing development of their skills. Maintain stakeholder management and change management coordination with deployment champions, staff and R&D management. Drive replication of applicable best practices and learnings across sites, organizations and division functions. Educate stakeholders on BEx methodologies and participate in multi‑divisional councils that shape the future of Business Excellence at Abbott. Operate with general direction and minimal supervision from the Director, Business Excellence and have full responsibility to make decisions that directly impact margin project financial achievement. Experience You’ll Bring Required Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Engineering, Technical or Science or extensive equivalent experience. Minimum of 10 years related work experience. 8‑10 years of demonstrated success in applying Continuous Improvement / BEx tools. 2–5 years’ experience in business improvement, quality systems or other areas related to the project. Preferred Certification or equivalent working knowledge of improvement tools and methodologies (Lean/Six Sigma); Black belt preferred. Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for FDA‑regulated environment. Knowledge of cost accounting/financial reporting systems. Has successfully led several high‑complexity projects from beginning to end. Demonstrated technical skills and management judgment appropriate to the project. Demonstrated expertise in PM tools and processes. Willingness to travel (to facilitate personal development and support of other sites). Demonstrated diplomacy and effective functioning and communication in a matrix environment. Ability to organize and lead cross‑functional teams and align team members to management’s vision. Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to effectively lead in a team environment, adaptable to change, able to manage competing priorities, excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills and sense of business savvy. Ability to make critical decisions in a fast‑paced production environment. Solicits the cooperation of a diverse group of disciplines and functions in a tactful and persuasive manner. PMP certification and/or MBA is a plus. Pay $148,700.00 – $297,300.00 Job Family Project Management Division ADC Diabetes Care Location United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road Additional Locations None Work Shift Standard Travel Yes, 50% of the Time Medical Surveillance Not Applicable Significant Work Activities Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. 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