Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employeesoperating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world’s most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:  To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.   

• Lead a multi-site team of CI managers and professionals in supporting the achievement of CI maturity and cost savings goals.
• Drive the development and implementation of the CI program in support of the strategic direction and business operating plans.
• Participate in developing and influencing site strategies, planning, and execution.
• Grow, harvest, and manage the cost savings improvement funnel for the region to achieve annual goals.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement by promoting engagement all levels of the organization.
• Mentor, coach, and challenge employees of all levels to realize the benefits, methods, and behaviors of CI.
• Act as a change agent to the region, removing organizational barriers to continuous improvement processes.
• Coach and develop others in the facilitation of kaizen, rapid improvement events.
• Perform regular coaching Gemba walks with the local operations leaders and CI team.
• Develop staff for advancement within the organization.
• Lead goal setting, assignment of projects, review of progress, approval, and feedback for direct reports.
• Develop, monitor, and forecast CI KPIs, implementing RCCA plans as required to achieve annual goals.
• Develop, facilitate, and monitor CI training activities and certifications across the region.
• Stay current with industry best practices, emerging trends, and technologies related to continuous improvement.
• Benchmark against industry peers and incorporate best practices into the organization.
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be required based on organization needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in Engineering or Technical field or comparable experience working within industrial and manufacturing industries
• MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Formal CI training with demonstrated hands-on usage of common Lean and Six Sigma principles
• Certification in Continuous Improvement methodologies (e.g. Black Belt, Lean Master) preferred
• 10+ years of successful leadership in executing continuous improvement / Lean / Six Sigma efforts and enabling efficiency, effectiveness resulting in demonstrable tangible financial benefit
• 8+ years in a management role with direct reporting personnel
• 5+ years’ experience facilitating multi-day rapid improvement events (e.g. strategy, VSM, flow, pull, 5S)
• 5+ years’ experience within a commercial or industrial manufacturing environments
• 5+ years’ experience developing, implementing and leading Continuous Improvement programs.
• Experience training and certifying others in CI tools and methodologies
• Experience coaching, mentoring, and leading individuals both directly and through influence
• Proven leadership skills to coach and manage teams to fully deliver chartered objectives and projects.
• Experience managing to a financial savings target
• Must have strong data analytic capabilities with experience creating trend, histogram, and pareto charts
• Experience managing complex projects, meeting set deadlines and budgetary requirements
• Excellent communicator with the ability to create and present professional quality presentations and reports
• Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective Change Management
• Robust knowledge and experience using computer platforms and MS office applications
• Proficiency with MS Project, MS Visio, Smart Sheet, and Minitab preferred
• Formal training in leadership competencies preferred
• Strong knowledge of a P&L and understanding of financial acumen

High Impact Behaviors:
• Strategic Decision Making: A manager must be able to assess complex situations, consider long-term implications, and make decisions that align with the organization’s vision and goals. This involves critical thinking, foresight, and the ability to balance various stakeholders’ interests.
• Effective Communication: Clear and transparent communication is vital for a manager. This includes articulating vision, expectations, and feedback in a way that motivates and engages team members. It also involves active listening and openness to input from all levels of the organization.
• Fostering Team Growth: A high impact manager invests in the development of their team members. This behavior includes mentoring, providing opportunities for professional growth, and creating an environment where continuous learning is encouraged and valued.

Job postings will include a wide salary range, with each role’s pay falling within that range. The starting salary is based on factors such as skills, experience, location, and market conditions.

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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.