Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. The Director, Global OpEx Business Partner supports the Wound business by partnering with the leadership team to drive the overall deployment and maturity progression of the S+N Operating System.  This role does not currently have direct reports but works across Wound operations to grow the adoption of the S+N Operating System for maximum impact and cultural transformation across the extended enterprise (all sites and functions).    

What will you be doing?

This role works directly with the Wound operations leadership team to align and execute against the company’s S+N Operating System strategy and enables the leadership team to create a continuous improvement culture that routinely achieves its business goals. This person will lead the development of operational excellence capabilities throughout the organization, driving all business KPIs aligned with profitable growth.

Partners with leadership teams to identify/develop and deliver key performance indicators (KPIs) throughout the organization aligned to the overall functional objectives  Respectfully cultivates an action-biased culture of operational excellence to improve business KPI’s and achieve business objectives aligned to Smith+Nephew’s corporate goals Responsible for leading through facilitating/enabling the implementation of the S+N Operating System throughout the Wound businessEstablish and mature a Lean Management System (Tiered Accountability, Visual Management, Gemba Walks, and Leader Standard Work) and other coaching tools to transform the cultureWorks with functional teams to streamline processes to improve business objectives, with a specific focus on the customer experience, efficiency, and profitable growthProvides support to develop OpEx expertise and capability within the organization at all levelsImproves the decision-making model and problem-solving capabilities within high performance teams to increase the autonomy and pace of changeProvides regular, ongoing reporting and communications to Wound leadership and OpEx leadership regarding status of the S+N Operating System maturityCollaborates with other OpEx teammates to leverage and share best practices, and drive improvements to the company level S+N Operating System Roadmap, tools, and technology

Qualifications:

Four-year university degree required (engineering, science, operations or business preferred); Master’s Degree preferred. Leadership roles from disciplines such as operations, commercial, engineering, quality, supply chain, product management, or program managementProven record for developing, training, and coaching teams across cultures12 years in process improvement and/or lean related experienceMinimum of 8+ years of experience and “hands on” track record of implementing successful lean based business systems including elements such as:Strategy Deployment and A3 ThinkingLean Management Systems (Tiered Accountability, Visual Management, Gemba Walks, Leader Standard Work)Value-Stream MappingKaizen eventsExpertise in problem solving utilizing a formal program/processImplementation of KPI Management across functions and businesses7+ years Biologics experience (direct production management experience preferred)Med-tech or Healthcare experience a plusExperience in Change Management, and able to act as an influential change agentBroad knowledge of multi-functional, multi-site, global organizational processes and financial business methodsDemonstrated skill and confidence in proactively building relationships with top tier partners/leaders both internally and externallyDemonstrated experience and leadership in running comprehensive continuous improvement approaches/methodologies to advance an organization’s strategy and goalsStrong ability to anticipate future needs of the organization and make decisions in a changing environmentPhenomenal communicator, demonstrated ability in solid written, oral, and presentation-giving skillsAbility to effectively work with different cultures in a global, matrixed environmentShowing a strong dedication to professional business conductPassion for driving improvement and leading change in sophisticated environmentsA holistic thinker who can look enterprise-wide to integrate and streamline systems for optimal benefitAble to drive strategic thinking and continuous improvement in both operational and non-operational areas, including connecting cross-functional resources to remove waste along the extended value streamsStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with and positively influence leadership and all levels of the organizationEnergetic, flexible, collaborative and proactive leader who welcomes challengesLeads time and resources optimally through strong organization, multi-tasking, and time management skillsWorks independently as a self-starter committed to delivering performance resultsAnalyzes information to make sound business decisions taking prudent business risks as appropriateStrong analytical skillsAbility to work independently and as a part of a team to seek resolution to problemsActs as an influential change agent

Travel: Able to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%

You. Unlimited.   

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.     

Inclusion, Diversity and Equity - Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website https://www.smith-nephew.com/  Your Future: Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement   Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day   Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Association, Parental Leave Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)   Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship    

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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