Executive - Operational Excellence

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Job Summary Lead and drive end-to-end process improvement projects, promote LEAN thinking & Six Sigma methodologies, and build a Lean culture towards a “World Class” operating model, ensuring achievement of SQDC+ KPIs and encouraging innovation, digitalization and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Cost Saving & Continuous Improvement Projects Drive and lead cost saving projects to achieve cost targets Identify, plan, coordinate and lead continuous improvement initiatives (SQDC+ KPI improvement, LEAN & Six Sigma application) Collaborate with Global/CoE for deployment of global improvement projects (capacity improvement, Hoshin Kanri, strategic projects) Promote cost saving and continuous improvement culture in B. Braun Vietnam Kaizen Events & LEAN Six Sigma Application Lead Kaizen events across the company applying LEAN Six Sigma tools such as A3 Problem Solving, 5S, SMED, VSM/Makigami, TPM, Standard Work, KANBAN, DMAIC Participate and collaborate in global leadership programs (Kaizen Leadership, KATA, Global Bootcamps) Training, Mentoring, Assessment & Communication Provide training, mentoring and coaching on LEAN & Six Sigma methodologies and tools Plan and lead Global & local assessments (LEAN Transformation Gate, OpEx Benchmarking) Drive internal communication, best practice sharing, training plans and recognition programs Standardization, Visualization, Reporting & Digitalization Report performance indicators and business objectives to stakeholders (local/global) Lead visualization standards (meeting boards, shop-floor management – SFM) Develop and manage SOPs, work instructions, templates and department documentation Drive digitalization initiatives (Power BI, Power Apps, SQL, Python, AI) to optimize processes and eliminate waste Support operations in resolving digital platform/system issues Stakeholder Management Internal: Manager – OpEx & Technology, OPEX Engineer, Automation Lead Engineer, OT Lead Engineer, related stakeholders/managers, all employees External: Global OpEx team, Suppliers/Vendors Collaborate on improvement projects, Kaizen events and training programs Coordinate project sponsorship, implementation and reporting Work with global teams on project deployment, digital platforms and best practice sharing Requirements Education Bachelor degree (required) Technical background: Mechanical, Automation, Electrical, Electronic, Telecommunication LEAN knowledge (concepts, tools, methodology) Preferred: Master degree Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt) Digitalization competency (design, develop, maintain applications) Experience Must-have: 2–5 years experience in continuous improvement projects implementation Experience in automation / digitalization / manufacturing environment Experience in planning and implementing training Preferred: Operational / Manufacturing Excellence Coordinator experience Core Skills Strong data sense, systematic thinking, analytical & problem-solving Good English and computing skills Collaboration, teamwork, time management Clear communication & critical thinking Independent, structured, flexible and open-minded Key Authorities Review cost saving for improvement projects Propose cost saving targets and improvement ideas Approve authentication for OPEX SharePoint & digital platforms Review and release digital applications and standard OPEX documents Why Join Lead enterprise-wide LEAN transformation & continuous improvement Work with Global/CoE on strategic and digitalization projects Exposure to manufacturing excellence, automation and digital platforms Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder engagement