Randstad Professional, a leading HR service provider specializing in placing highly skilled professionals, is looking for a Lean Process Improvement Consultant (Supply Chain & Operational Excellence). In this role, you will work as a consultant on a project for one of our esteemed clients, using your expertise to optimize processes and drive operational excellence.
...lean process improvement consultant (supply chain & operational excellence).
- posted 1 day ago
- closes 17 march 2025
key responsibilities
As a Lean Process Improvement Consultant (Supply Chain & Operational Excellence), you will lead complex improvement projects within the supply chain and implement Lean methodologies. Your role will involve optimizing processes, building capabilities, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Responsibilities:
Manage the Fast Track Qualifying process: Ensure reliable supply and prevent shortages by addressing deviations in the standard flow for product release.
Analyze and optimize the local value chain: Collect, connect, and analyze data from various systems, such as SAP Release Processing Environment (SAP-RPE), Operations Management Planning (OMP), electronic laboratory information systems (eLIMS), and quality control software. Apply statistical methods to identify and implement improvements.
Lead improvement projects: Use Lean methodologies and process mapping techniques like Value Stream Mapping to resolve bottlenecks and enhance processes.
Execute Root Cause Problem Solving (RCPS): Build organizational problem-solving capabilities and facilitate complex analyses using advanced techniques such as RATIO and Kepner Tregoe.
Foster a culture of excellence: Coach and mentor new leaders and project managers in Lean tools and methodologies.
- Additional Responsibilities:
Critically analyze business processes to identify and implement improvement opportunities.
Train and mentor teams in Lean tools such as Kaizen, 5S, Kanban, and problem-solving techniques.
Develop expertise in data science and the application of statistical methods.
Lead and support change initiatives, including Business Process Management (BPM).
qualifications
- Degree: Master’s in Science or Engineering.
- Experience:
- Extensive experience in a supply chain environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Certification in Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing.
- Proven project management skills.
- Skills:
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a result-oriented mindset, even under pressure.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills, both locally and internationally.
- Passion for knowledge sharing and guiding others in their professional development.
- Languages:
- Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Dutch is a strong advantage.
- Specific system knowledge:
- Experience with statistical software such as Minitab.
- Familiarity with systems such as SAP-RPE, OMP, eLIMS, Smart Quality Control (Smart QC), Smart Quality Assurance (Smart QA), and Operations System Information (OSI-Pi).
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