Posted 9 September, 2026
Job Id: 630807
Process Sr. Manager – LEAN Implementation
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Dedicated to evolving the practice of medicine and helping patients to live longer, better lives. Our operations are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society, doing now what patients need
next.
The Business Process Manager (BPM) will play a critical role in driving lean methodologies and practices across the PHCS business processes. This position works with various members of the leadership team to institutionalize continuous improvement (CI) practices within the entire organization. This position will represent PHCS to serve as a champion/role model for change. This position will identify projects, lessons learned, or best practices that can
be replicated for deployment in all areas. This position will focus on training stakeholders, implementing lean principles, enhancing operational efficiency, and realizing cost reductions. This role demands a proactive influencer who can inspire a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
? Develop & drive the BPM strategy and change management framework for process improvement
? Establish and communicate the BPM vision, providing strategic direction and leadership to drive continuous improvement in alignment with organisational goals.
? Deliver sustainable change by focusing on strategic business priorities to maximise business and commercial value
? Lead and drive large business transformations
? Empower and upskill internal teams to create sustainable capability, and promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement as part of new and improved ways of working
? Foster a continual process improvement culture throughout the organisation and serve as a champion/role model for change. Build and train culture using continuous improvement methodology.
? Identify end to end process improvement opportunities and facilitate the design of new processes that creates the greatest value for the organization in terms of customer service, performance excellence, accountability and compliance. Build capabilities throughout the organization to improve processes,
drive efficiencies and create measurable financial returns.
? Assist in design of innovative solutions that will enable the organization to improve financial and service delivery performance, associate and guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
? Assess organizational performance and determine root cause(s) of performance issues. Proactively identify and work to remove barriers that slow or prevent the successful attainment of goals and objectives.
? Maintain close relationships with Leadership Community to drive support, buy-in, and promote transparency. Works cross-functionally with business leaders and process owners to deliver improvement opportunities.
? Provides training and Process Improvement guidance to the rest of the organisation.
? Drive strategic data-driven decisions, adding value and contributing to team successes and clear business outcomes
? Document lean processes, changes, and improvements meticulously & prepare and present reports on lean initiatives, efficiency gains, and cost savings to senior management. Utilize visual management tools to communicate progress and outcomes effectively.
? Other duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities.
Formal Training/Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Life Sciences, Supply Chain Management, Business
Administration, Engineering, Economics or related field.
Master’s Degree
Post-graduate qualification (MBA or PhD) in Life
Sciences, Marketing, Business Administration, Economics or related field.
Experience
Years of Experience Experience Details Req Pref
7+ years demonstrated experience with increasing responsibility in developing and implementing successful continuous improvement programs, Six Sigma, Lean Leader, and Project Management Training required
Lean or Six Sigma Black Belt certification required
MBA or other advanced degree preferred
Experience in a regulated industry developing and
implementing process improvements preferred
Are equivalencies acceptable?
No
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of process improvement philosophies, principles, systems, methods, tools, standards, organizational and team dynamics, leadership, training, interpersonal relationships, improvement systems, and professional ethics
Able to acquire and analyze data using appropriate standard quantitative and statistical methods across a spectrum of business environments to facilitate process analysis and improvements
Ability to foster teamwork and collaborative problem solving within and across numerous areas of the organization
Demonstrated application of lean tools and techniques, such as 6S, Kaizen, Value Stream & Process Mapping, and Kanban in a manufacturing environment.
Licenses/Certifications Licenses/Certifications
Lean or Six Sigma Black Belt certification required
Travel Requirements
Based on business needs
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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