Business Process Improvement Manager - Operational Excellence (OpEx)

Business Process Improvement Manager We are seeking a Business Process Improvement Manager to serve as a driving force for lean transformation and operational excellence across our organization. This highly collaborative role is ideal for someone who thrives on tackling complex challenges, partnering with diverse teams, and delivering impactful, sustainable improvements. Responsibilities Plans, performs and implements process improvement initiatives (such as Lean or Six Sigma). Diagrams and evaluates existing processes. Organizes, leads and facilitates cross‑functional project teams. Develops metrics that provide data for process measurement, identifying indicators for future improvement opportunities. Collects data to identify root cause of problems. Measures performance against process requirements. Aligns improvement to performance shortfalls. Provides consultation on the use of re‑engineering techniques to improve process performance and product quality. May deliver presentations and training courses including measurement, analysis, improvement and control. Surveys and analyzes best practices for techniques and processes. Communicates team progress. Performs cost and benefit analyses. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years prior relevant experience. Nice to Have 3+ years of dedicated Lean Manufacturing or Operational Excellence implementation experience, driving measurable improvements in productivity, quality, cost, and delivery. Experience leading transactional and business process improvement initiatives across functions such as distribution centers, supply chain, quality, finance, operations, HR, or shared services. Advanced Lean or Six Sigma certification (e.g., Black Belt, Master Black Belt). Previous consulting experience in operational excellence or process transformation. Demonstrated success leading projects in highly regulated industries (e.g., medical device, pharma, aerospace, automotive). Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Minitab). Change management certification or significant experience with organizational change initiatives. Strong presentation and facilitation skills for executive and frontline audiences. Experience developing and delivering training for Lean, Six Sigma, or process improvement methodologies. Multilingual abilities, especially Spanish, due to international travel and cross‑border collaboration. Familiarity with digital transformation, Industry 4.0, or advanced manufacturing technologies. Track record of mentoring or coaching other process improvement professionals. Experience with succession planning and talent development. Strong financial acumen, including cost/benefit analysis and budget management. High adaptability and comfort working in a fast‑paced, ambiguous environment. For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required. Physical Job Requirements Performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile, interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co‑workers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship For U.S. work authorization, roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. Sponsorship opportunities are offered exclusively for Principal‑level roles and above. Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr COV Covidien LP