Operational Excellence Lead

Operational Excellence Lead

Location: Dublin (On-site)

Employment Type: Full-time

We are seeking an experienced Operational Excellence Lead to join a leading US-based pharmaceutical multinational in Dublin. This is a senior-level individual contributor role, reporting into the Senior Leadership Team, designed for a professional who thrives on driving site-wide transformational change.

In this role, you will be the architect of the site’s continuous improvement culture. You will not only lead high-level strategy but also spend significant time on the shop floor, working alongside cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies and implement sustainable solutions using Lean Six Sigma tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategy Execution: Deliver the site’s Operational Excellence roadmap in alignment with global corporate goals.

• Project Leadership: Lead complex, high-impact improvement projects from conception through to validation.

• Capability Building: Serve as a mentor for Green Belts and facilitate training for Yellow Belts, fostering a site-wide CI mindset.

• Process Optimisation: Facilitate Kaizen events and Value Stream Mapping to streamline pharmaceutical manufacturing workflows.

• Performance Management: Establish and monitor KPIs to ensure all improvements deliver measurable value to the business.

Required Experience:

• A minimum of 7 years in an Operational Excellence role within the pharmaceutical industry.

• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant field (Engineering, Science, or Business).

• Demonstrated ability to influence at all levels, from the manufacturing floor to the boardroom.

• Strong technical proficiency in DMAIC, 6S, and visual management systems.

Why Join This Company?

This is a chance to work for a $20 billion market-cap organisation that prioritises sustainability and inclusive leadership. You will have a seat at the table with the Senior Leadership Team, giving you the autonomy to make a genuine impact on site operations. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus, health insurance, and pension, alongside a strong commitment to employee development.

To express interest, please reach out to James Cassidy at [email protected] or apply directly via this post.