Job Title: Senior Lead - Continuous Improvement
Location: Pune
About Springer Nature Group
Springer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians and other professionals. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals, platforms and technology solutions reach millions of people. For over 175 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities and today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood and used by our communities – enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow.
About the Brand:
Springer Nature is one of the world’s leading global research, educational and professional publishers. It is home to an array of respected and trusted brands and imprints, with more than 180 years of combined history behind them, providing quality content through a range of innovative products and services. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals and resources reach millions of people, helping researchers and scientists to discover, students to learn and professionals to achieve their goals and ambitions. The company has almost 13,000 staff in over 50 countries
About the Role:
You are a Continuous Improvement professional with a minimum of 6-8 years of experience in leading and implementing projects. You have led and managed Six Sigma projects to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance product and service quality within the organization.You have a deep understanding of Six Sigma methodologies and the ability to apply them to a variety of complex problems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and achieve strategic business goals.
Role Responsibilities:
Lead and manage multiple Six Sigma projects from discovery through completion
Conduct process mapping, data analysis, and statistical analysis to identify improvement opportunities
Develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality
Train and mentor Green Belts and other team members in Six Sigma methodologies and tools
Collaborate with local as well as global stakeholders to define project goals, scope, and deliverables
Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and report on results to senior management
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization
Experience, Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelors or master degree in Engineering, Business, or a related fields (or a comparable degree program)
Six Sigma Black Belt certification
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
What we would appreciate:
Knowledge of Publishing domain (preferred, but not mandatory)
Knowledge of Lean principles
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