Continuous Improvement Leader

About the role

Kenco Logistics values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As a leading 3PL provider in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where ideas matter and growth is a priority. The company focuses on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers.

Responsibilities

• Support and enable the deployment of the Kenco Operating System (KOS) at the assigned site with minimal supervision
• Serve as a project champion advisor and provide advice on project selection, definition, prioritization, and completion
• Provide regular feedback and updates on active projects
• Assist site leadership in the culture and practices around the Kenco Guiding Principles
• Assist site leadership in the development and execution of the KOS implementation plan
• Facilitate and coach KOS training at a site level
• Provide ongoing education in data-driven business improvement philosophies and methods at all employee levels
• Manage the site KOS deployment on an ongoing basis
• Coach and mentor leaders and associates on standard work, quality management, lean philosophies, Six Sigma, financial management, and project management
• Influence leadership on KOS principles, processes, and tools as defined in the implementation plan
• Partner with network leaders to develop and complete KOS deployment and action plans
• Share knowledge with other Continuous Improvement Leaders and teams across the organization
• Drive breakthrough performance and expectations through the network
• Present data to customers, both internal and external
• Perform process mapping, value stream mapping, process design, methods development, establishing performance standards and metrics, ROI analysis, and project management

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university in a related discipline; or one to two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 6-8 years of relevant experience
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, or Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
• Technical competencies in Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Process Management, ISO, Change Management, and advanced statistical techniques
• Basic knowledge of Material Handling Equipment and other various machinery
• Results-oriented, with the ability to interface with all levels and areas of an organization, establish close working relationships, and build consensus for chosen solutions
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts, apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry, and interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Experience using statistical software such as Minitab, Crystal Ball, Statistic, SPC XL, SPSS, etc.
• Competence using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees and write routine reports and correspondence
• Skill in coaching and mentoring in on-the-job application of new skills

Skills

• Business Acumen: knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting the business and organization
• Communicate for Impact: proactively communicate with all stakeholders throughout the life cycle of programs and projects
• Influencing Others: can quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of the organization with minimal noise
• Managing Transitions/Change Management: effectively plan, manage, and communicate changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders
• Strategic Agility: enable Kenco to remain competitive by adjusting and adapting to innovative ideas necessary to support Kenco's long-term organizational strategy

Travel Requirements

This position is expected to travel approximately 25% or less. A passport is not required but recommended.

Benefits

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA, and FSA accounts
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
• Employer Paid Holidays - 10 days