Lean Transformation Manager

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year Prysmian manufacturers

thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables

and

systems for power transmission and distribution

, as well as

medium low voltage cables

for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of

optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity

for

voice, video, and data transmission

for the

telecommunication sector .

We are almost 29,000 employees, across 52 countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Make Your Mark at Prysmian!

Lead Transformation, Not Events
If you're a

true Lean leader , you already know the difference, anyone can run Kaizen events. Very few can **transform a site, influence senior leadership, and deliver sustained results. **That's exactly what this role is built for.

Why This Role Will Stand Out to You

– This isn't a "support" CI role.

You will

own the transformation agenda.

Direct line to the

Site Director and leadership team

Full responsibility for shaping and driving the

site's Lean strategy

Authority to influence

what gets worked on—and what doesn't

A mandate to deliver

real, measurable business impact

(not activity metrics)

If you've ever been frustrated by:

Leadership that "talks Lean" but doesn't commit

Kaizen events that don't stick

CI roles with no real influence

…this is the environment you've been looking for.

What You'll Actually Do

Own the Transformation
Build and drive a site-wide Lean roadmap aligned to business strategy (Hoshin Kanri)

Partner directly with the Site Director to

prioritize the highest-impact opportunities

Drive measurable gains across

Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Growth

Lead Where It Matters

Facilitate

high-impact Kaizen events

focused on flow, constraint removal, and cost transformation

Target

high-volume, high-revenue value streams

where results matter most

Ensure every initiative delivers

hard, tracked results—not theoretical improvements

Be the Change Agent Others Aren't

Challenge leadership teams when needed—and bring them along

Embed Lean thinking into

daily decisions, not just projects

Ensure sustainability through

standard work, daily management, and accountability systems

Build a Lean Culture (Not Just Tools)

Develop operators, supervisors, and leaders into

capable problem solvers

Coach the organization on

how to think, not just what to do

Create a pipeline of future Lean leaders across the site

What You Bring (And What We're Really Looking For)

You're not just certified. You've

delivered results:

Experienced Lean Black Belt / CI Leader

in manufacturing

Proven track record of

driving measurable improvements

(cost, throughput, lead time, etc.)

Deep expertise in:

Value Stream Transformation

Flow & Pull Systems

Hoshin Kanri

SMED, TPM, Standard Work

Daily Management & Visual Systems

But more importantly:

You know how to

influence leaders who don't report to you

You've successfully

changed behavior, not just processes

You push for

impact over activity

Strong Differentiators

Lean systems experience (TPS, Danaher, etc.)

Advanced problem-solving and analytics (SPC, regression, hypothesis testing)

Change leadership credentials (PROSCI, Agile, etc.)

The Bottom Line

This role is for someone who wants to:

Own a transformation—not just participate in one

Build something that

actually lasts

Operate as a

true strategic partner , not a support function

If you're already succeeding where you are—know you could have

greater impact in the right environment —this is that opportunity.

Required Competencies, Education, and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in engineering (industrial engineering strongly preferred)

3 – 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with leadership in Kaizen, Continuous Improvement.

Proficient in Gemba Kaizen, Value Stream Analysis, Visual & Daily Management, Hoshin Kanri, SMED, TPM, Standard Work Development, and 3P Layout.

Strong ability to facilitate Kaizen Events on these methods and tools and helping to identify future Lean minded personnel.

Proficiency leading cost reduction and process flow improvement initiatives.

Proficiency with Kaizen tools, such as 3P, TAKT Time, Standard Work Combination Sheets, Standard WIP and Kaizen Newspaper.

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to provide leadership and strategic direction as part of the site leadership team.

Preferred Qualifications:

Lean Master on TPS or Danaher Business System Certification.

Project management experience with a proven track record of meeting timelines or proactively adjusting to achieve planned goals.

Agile certification such as SCALE.

Change management such as PROSCI certification.

Strong analytical background – SPC, Hypothesis Testing, Regression, and Correlation Analysis.

Problem-solving skills, such as 5-Whys, 8D, Shainin, etc.

You should be proficient in:

Leadership / People Management

Bachelor's Degree

Continuous Improvement

Kaizen

Lean Manufacturing Principles

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