Continental

Worldwide tyre manufacturer and automotive components

Head of Continuous Improvement Business System - CBS, Kalyani and Projects

Business OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeKalyani, West Bengal, IndiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A university degree, preferably in business administration, engineering, or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of professional experience in various Continuous Improvement/Lean functions.

Responsibilities

Lead and drive all Continuous Improvement/Lean activities across the plant.
Translate strategy into actionable plans and ensure execution.
Identify improvement opportunities and lead RIE, problem-solving, and Lean projects.
Manage the Continuous Improvement Business System budget, forecasts, and financial targets.
Train, coach, and develop employees in Continuous Improvement Business System principles and Lean culture.
Monitor key performance indicators, track project performance, and ensure accurate reporting.
Implement and maintain Continuous Improvement Business System standards and support continuous process improvement.
Collaborate with plant leadership and cross-functional teams.
Develop project plans, schedules, and timelines.
Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
Coordinate project phases and activities.
Provide technical guidance and engineering expertise.
Review designs, specifications, and drawings.
Resolve technical issues during project execution.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
Conduct meetings with clients and internal teams.
Communicate project progress and updates.
Prepare and manage project budgets.
Track project costs and ensure cost-effectiveness.
Forecast resource requirements and expenses.
Monitor project progress and performance.
Prepare reports and maintain project documentation.
Ensure adherence to timelines and milestones.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Implement quality assurance and control procedures.
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Troubleshoot issues and ensure smooth execution.

Desired Qualifications

Cross-functional experience in engineering, quality, purchasing, or supply chain.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and drive all CBS (Continuous Improvement/Lean) activities across the plant
Translate strategy into actionable plans and ensure execution
Identify improvement opportunities and lead projects (RIEs, problem-solving, lean initiatives)
Manage CBS budget, forecasts, and financial targets
Train, coach, and develop employees in CBS principles and lean culture
Monitor KPIs, track project performance, and ensure accurate reporting
Implement and maintain CBS standards; support continuous improvement of processes
Collaborate with plant leadership and cross-functional teams
Develop project plans, schedules, and timelines
Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables
Coordinate project phases and activities
Provide technical guidance and engineering expertise
Review designs, specifications, and drawings
Resolve technical issues during project execution
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders
Conduct meetings with clients and internal teams
Communicate project progress and updates
Prepare and manage project budgets
Track project costs and ensure cost-effectiveness
Forecast resource requirements and expenses
Monitor project progress and performance
Prepare reports and maintain project documentation
Ensure adherence to timelines and milestones
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Implement quality assurance and control procedures
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies
Troubleshoot issues and ensure smooth execution

Qualifications

University degree, preferably in business administration, engineering or related discipline

5 or more years of professional experience in various CBS/lean functions

Cross functional experience e.g. in engineering, quality, purchasing or supply chain preferred

Additional Information

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About the Company

Continental

Worldwide tyre manufacturer and automotive components

Continental designs and manufactures tyres for cars, trucks, buses, bicycles and motorcycles, selling to vehicle manufacturers and in the aftermarket. Through ContiTech, it also produces rubber and plastic technology parts such as hoses, belts, seals and surface materials for automotive and industrial use. Its products are developed and produced at sites worldwide, with tyres tailored for different vehicles and conditions and ContiTech components customized for equipment. The company differentiates itself by offering a broad, integrated mobility portfolio and global manufacturing and service capabilities, aiming to provide reliable mobility through tyres and components worldwide.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Hanover, Germany
Founded: 1871

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