Senior Manager Of Gscm Continuous Improvement (Dbs-Danaher Business Systems)

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world's most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.
Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we're working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world's biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.
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The Senior Manager of GSCM Continuous Improvement (DBS-Danaher Business Systems) is responsible for leading implementation and operationalization of Continuous Improvement for Global Supply Chain Team globally, supporting the business in delivering to Policy Deployment (PD), True North and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
This leadership role is part of the Global Supply Chain DBS team, reporting to the Senior Director of Global Supply Chain Management - DBS, based in Sunnyvale California. The incumbent will be a business partner to GSCM functions, guiding and coaching cross-functional Continuous Improvement efforts across GSCM, Operations and Cepheid to drive improvement and increase efficiency in material and information flow. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Assist in the development of the Global Supply Chain Lean roadmap and Kaizen funnel. Drive targeted, sustainable improvement in QDCI (Quality, Delivery, Cost and Innovation) that is tied to Global Supply Chain Kaizen funnel and Daily Management by leveraging Continuous Improvement (DBS) tools, consulting skills, and the change management process. Directly provide formal Continuous Improvement training and facilitate or coach Kaizen events
• Be an active leader and mentor in Daily Management reviews and Action Plan sessions. Support proper selection and sustainment of Kaizen events by leveraging Operations Continuous Improvement process
• Promote and facilitate diagnosis of workflow impediments and other wastes throughout the business, and provide expert counsel on appropriate Continuous Improvement (DBS) tools to help eliminate them
• Improve Continuous Improvement (DBS) training and facilitating by becoming a Certified Practitioner (CP) in DBS tools. Promote and facilitate associate development in various DBS tools
• Manage and continuously improve Global Supply Chain Continuous Improvement (DBS) process (Kaizen Event Process/Funnel, Certified Practitioner Funnel). Lead change management and learnings to drive Continuous Improvement (DBS) culture and methodologies

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business with 8+ years of Continuous Improvement or Master's degree with 6+ years of experience.
• Five (5) years working in Operations, Manufacturing and/or Supply Chain.
• Three (3) years of experience in managing and leading a team.
• Knowledgeable of Kaizen Fundamentals and Lean or other Continuous Improvement tools.
• Management and coaching of GSCM senior leaders, other DBSLs and DBS specialists across Global Supply Chain.
• This role will need to travel periodically to all Manufacturing and Logistics facilities, both domestically and internationally.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• DBS Certified Practitioner (CP) in DBS Fundamentals and Lean Tools.
• Experience in medical equipment/diagnostic technology companies.
• Expertise in Planning, Logistics, Warehouse Management, Sourcing, Procurement practices.

Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com.
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The salary range for this role is ($150k-$170k). This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
When you join us, you'll also be joining Danaher's global organization, where 80,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you'll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.
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