Lean Manufacturing Excellence Manager
At Siemens Healthineers, we are driven by a clear purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare for Everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.
Everyday, our technologies and services support clinicians and improve outcomes for millions of patients worldwide. In our Magnet Technology business in Oxford, you’ll find a collaborative, innovative environment where continuous improvement and curiosity are encouraged, and where your ideas can make a meaningful impact.
About the role
We are looking for a Lean Manufacturing Excellence Manager who thrives on driving meaningful change and delivering measurable results. This is a pivotal leadership role within our Supply Chain Management (SCM) organisation, where you will shape and lead the Lean agenda across manufacturing operations.
As a key member of the SCM Leadership Team, you will act as a catalyst for transformation—partnering with operational leaders to improve productivity, quality, flow, and cost performance. You’ll champion the Healthineers Performance System (HPS), enabling sustainable improvements while building capability across teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
What you’ll be doing
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Defining and deploying Lean strategy aligned to organisational goals, translating business priorities into impactful continuous improvement initiatives
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Leading cross-functional programmes to enhance productivity, capacity, efficiency, and resilience
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Analysing performance metrics (cycle time, throughput, OEE, lead times) to identify and remove bottlenecks across operations
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Championing Lean methodologies such as standard work, SMED, and value stream mapping, while coaching teams and leaders to embed Lean thinking
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Recruiting, developing, and inspiring a high-performing team, creating an inclusive and collaborative environment
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Partnering with global and local stakeholders to ensure alignment to supply chain policies, regulations, and best practices
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Leveraging data analytics and digital tools to drive informed decision-making and improve operational performance
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Advancing digitalisation within SCM, building capability in system architecture and aligning with global initiatives
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Promoting a culture of innovation, encouraging new ideas, technologies, and ways of working
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Building strong stakeholder relationships and enabling clear, effective communication across the business
What skills and experience you’ll bring
Essential:
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Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related discipline
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Significant experience in manufacturing or operations environments
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Demonstrated success in leading Lean transformation or continuous improvement programmes
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Experience facilitating workshops and leading cross-functional teams
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Strong prioritisation and decision-making skills in dynamic operational environments
Desirable:
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Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent
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Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI)
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Background in regulated manufacturing environments
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Knowledge of Industry 4.0 and digital manufacturing technologies
Key strengths:
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Expertise in Lean manufacturing and process optimisation
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Strong analytical capability with experience in data, SAP, or digital tools
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Influencing and stakeholder management skills
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Coaching and leadership capability that brings out the best in others
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A curious, resilient, and collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
What’s on offer
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Competitive base salary
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26 days annual leave with the option to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5
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Up to 10% matched pension contributions
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BUPA Private Medical
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Bonus & Share Save Scheme
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Free to use on-site gym
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2 paid volunteering days a year
Who we are
We are a team of more than 73,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.
How we work
When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.
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