Continuous Improvement (ABM) and Supply Chain Leader

Job Description

Major Duties:
The Continuous Improvement and Supply Chain Leader will spearhead initiatives that enhance our operational efficiency, and optimize our supply chain strategy. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to implementing process improvements, driving change within the organization, and ensuring a robust and efficient supply chain.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Drive ever-improving results by leveraging ATS Business Model (ABM) tools, consulting skills, and change management process.
•    Assist ATS leadership in the development and execution of an ABM roadmap at ATS and act as Champion with ATS Industrial Automation 0
•    Directly provide formal and informal ABM training and coaching
•    Promote and facilitate development in various ABM tools, transactional improvements, and kaizen leadership
•    Drive ABM culture and build ABM excellence within the organization.
•    Benchmark and incorporate best practices within ATS and outside organizations
•    Assist in establishing and achieving the Goal Deployment and Strategic Plan objectives.
•    Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies to analyze current processes and identify areas for enhancement.
•    Establish and maintain relationships with external partners, vendors, and industry experts to stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices.
•    Evaluate and appoint a Global ATS Supply Chain Leader who would be specifically driving the Supply Chain objectives
•    Establish and maintain relationships with strategic third-party suppliers that result in the development of next-generation tools and products that will enable ATS to deliver to its customers. 
•    Through the new Global IA Supply Chain Leader develop and implement supply chain strategies that ensure the efficient and cost-effective flow of materials, products, and information.
•    Monitor supply chain performance metrics and implement improvements to enhance reliability and responsiveness.
•    Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure continuity of supply and achieve best in class performance.
•    Leverage technology and data analytics to drive supply chain innovation and efficiency.
 

Additional Information

Qualifications:

•    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
•    Certification in Lean Six Sigma or equivalent experience in continuous improvement methodologies.
•    Proven track record of leading successful improvement initiatives in a manufacturing or service environment.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive projects from conception to completion.
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working collaboratively with all levels of the organization.
•    Innovative thinker with a passion for excellence and a commitment to lifelong learning.