CI Program Manager

Job Title: CI Program Manager

Location: Pune

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Continuous Improvement (CI) Facilitator with 12-15 years of experience to lead and support strategic, tactical, and operational improvement projects across the organization. This leadership role is responsible for developing and executing a continuous improvement roadmap, using advanced problem-solving methodologies to drive impactful changes. As a CI Facilitator, you will work closely with senior leadership, providing expertise in CI tools and processes to embed a culture of operational excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Continuous Improvement Strategy: Develop, implement, and steer the CI roadmap across multiple business functions, aligning with the organization’s strategic objectives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Program Management: Oversee and manage a portfolio of CI projects, from initiation to execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable impact.
• Process Improvement & Problem Solving: Lead and facilitate improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other problem-solving tools and methodologies, including root cause analysis, value stream mapping, and Kaizen.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Senior Leadership Influence: Partner with senior leadership and key stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement, facilitate workshops, and present project outcomes that support business goals.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize data analytics to support project decision-making and measure the impact of improvement initiatives, providing clear metrics to guide continuous improvement.
• Training & Development: Design and deliver training programs on CI methodologies and problem-solving tools to build organizational capability and promote best practices across teams.
• Governance & Reporting: Establish and maintain governance structures, performance metrics, and reporting mechanisms to track CI project progress and impact, providing regular updates to senior leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field; an advanced degree or certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or Project Management are preferred.
• 12-15 years of experience in continuous improvement, program management, or operational excellence, with a proven track record in leading CI projects across various business functions.
• Expertise in CI tools and problem-solving methodologies, including Lean, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and process mapping.
• Strong project and program management skills, with the ability to oversee complex, cross-functional initiatives from ideation through to execution.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior leadership and drive change.
• Analytical mindset and data-driven approach, with experience in using data analytics to measure improvement impact and support strategic decisions.
• Demonstrated success in training and mentoring teams in CI practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Why Join Us:
This is an opportunity to lead and shape continuous improvement initiatives within an organization committed to operational excellence and innovation. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities. Join us to make a meaningful impact on our journey toward enhanced efficiency, quality, and growth.