Job description

Purpose of Role

Strengthen organic growth in the company and to make a significant contribution to the Group’s long-term success through all corporate and operational functions
Enhance flexibility, speed, cost and productivity to ensure the sustainable growth path and long-term competitiveness
Contribute to the achievement of our True North objectives
Contribute to the definition of harmonized ways of working and standards
Support the Deployment Directors on the global roll-out of the Synthomer Excellence (SynEx) methodology (including Strategy Cascade at regional and site level)
To own, improve, develop and train the methodology, coaching assigned Green Belts in driving improvements
Consults and coaches the organization at all levels and orchestrates the various SynEx activities with their assigned divisional/regional scope

Main Accountabilities

Work effectively with businesses and support functions to translate process findings/pain points to Safety, People, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Profitability, improvements and standard work implementation
Foster the growth of operational excellence behaviors throughout the business through coaching, mentoring, and training GBs, YBs and teams,
Lead Business Excellence* activities with at least average benefits of $250,000 - $500,000 per annum
Focus on large business-critical projects that will hone understanding of SynEx tools and drive business impact
Contribute to/Lead up to 2-3 activities per year depending on the complexity/magnitude.
Execute established method for benefit quantification.
Conduct data analysis on program results to establish and mitigate risks, ensures that process improvement initiatives are aligned to business requirements
Provide team leadership in the application of Lean, Six Sigma and Opex tools with an end-to-end holistic approach
Communicate effectively with various levels within the business to educate in SynEx methodologies and influencing, and motivating both proactively and reactively
Deploy appropriate methodologies to problem solving and support teams to solve problems.
Ensure the escalation process is effective for overcoming hurdles, solving problems and engaging senior stakeholders
Perform Value Stream Assessments
Monitor the completion of tasks and ensure satisfactory performance and recording on appropriate systems
Continue to proactively develop his/her holistic understanding of the Synthomer business and of emerging tools & techniques
Effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
Contribute to the design, implementation and the continuous improvement of the SynEx Blueprint, Standards, Templates, Methodology and Philosophy
Be an active member of the SynEx community

*Business excellence includes in operations, commercial, innovation, supply chain, procurement and other areas

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Science or Business related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of five years’ demonstrated experience in continuous improvement, manufacturing and/or chemicals industry. Ten or more years preferred.
Six Sigma Greenbelt required. Blackbelt certification is preferred.
Strong track record in leading and coaching Continuous Improvement Projects to successful completion with measurable results.
Experience analyzing and identifying process improvement opportunities; partnering with stakeholders to ensure projects align with strategic priorities and achieve intended results.
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships internally and externally
Self-motivated with a strong drive, determination and target-oriented mindset
A mission-driven, team player with the desire to make an impact and difference
Ability to plan and manage at both strategic and operational levels
Outstanding interpersonal skills across cultures
Experience working across cultures collaboratively in a global organization
Full commitment to business integrity, customer value, teamwork, innovation, and diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I)
Excellent MS Office software experience
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 50%.
Ideal candidate will be located in the Eastern half of the United States, within driving distance of a major airport.

Why Synthomer?

We are ambitious!
We have grown significantly – both organically and inorganically. We are a FTSE 250 listed company, 22% of our revenue comes from newly commercialized products, and we’re recognized in the top-quartile for chemicals manufacturing safety.

We believe in high challenge, high support!
We are keen to let you contribute in real roles from day 1. We expect a lot, but offer a lot, too. This includes onboarding, induction and learning events, networking opportunities, mentoring and personal development planning. So, be up for an inspiring long-term career adventure.

We personalize our approach to development!
At Synthomer, you won't find generic career tracks or development programs but rather a one-size-fits-one approach to employee development. We'll partner with you to ensure you have the right experiences that build your capabilities and accelerate your career growth.

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