Business Process Improvement Manager - Operational Excellence (OpEx)

About the role

We are seeking a Business Process Improvement Manager to drive lean transformation and operational excellence across Medtronic’s organization. This role requires a strategic yet hands-on approach, leveraging expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and process optimization to enhance capacity, quality, and cost efficiency.

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.
• Collections 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.
• Makes presentations and delivers 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.

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.
• Minimum of 3 years dedicated Lean Manufacturing or Operational Excellence (OpEx) implementation experience, driving measurable improvements in productivity, quality, cost, and delivery.
• 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.

Qualifications

U.S. work authorization is required for this position. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Account.
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account.
• Life Insurance.
• Long-term Disability Leave.
• Dependent daycare spending account.
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement.
• Simple Steps (global well-being program).

Pay

$113,600.00 - $170,400.00 USD

Schedule

This role is remote to enhance our competitive edge and expand our cross-functional collaboration efforts. This role will require 50% of travel to enhance collaboration and ensure successful completion of projects.