Retail Operations Continuous Improvement Manager

Position Overview

Responsibilities

• Works with Johnson Health Tech Executive team on determining projects and results needed
• Develop a Continuous Improvement philosophy throughout the organization
• Act as a proactive, strategic resource to lead and successfully execute multiple improvement projects per year
• Ensure proper controls are in place to monitor and maintain results and continuous improvements
• Mentor other staff as required
• Auxiliary in selecting projects to address key opportunities
• Access data management systems and portray data in acceptable format for analysis
• Complete specific analysis to determine root cause and optimum solutions
• Facilitate problem solving teams in an intensive environment through utilization of Continuous Improvement Methodology

Operational Responsibilities

• Routinely visit JFW Warehouse locations throughout the country to identify areas of opportunity with inventory storage and accuracy
• Provide a broad range of support to the General Manager of Operations with the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Closely collaborate with the Environmental Health & Safety Manager to ensure safety within our facilities and identifying areas of opportunity

Marginal Job Functions

• Other projects as needed.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or other relevant field with experience required
• Lean training and certification preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with proven record of continuous improvement, resulting in improved business results
• Strong leadership skills with a proven background of influencing others and leading change
• Excellent decision making and analytical skills
• Prior operations/distribution management experience

Other Requirements

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong background with current technologies including SAP
• Domestic travel will be required regularly; therefore, a valid driver’s license will be required. Position will be subjected to pre-employment and annual motor vehicle record (MVR) checks. Must be able to successfully pass MVR checks to drive on behalf of the company.
• International travel may be required occasionally so a valid passport is required

Benefits

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off benefits
• Product discounts
• Wellness programs