Lean Manager

For our client, an innovative global manufacturer of high-quality products, we are looking for an experienced and results-driven Lean Manager to lead the implementation and continuous development of Lean practices, drive operational excellence, and foster a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

Place of work: Central Serbia

Job description:

• Lead and coordinate Lean and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational priorities.
• Actively participate in strategic planning and take ownership of annual improvement plans, from defining priorities and setting targets to implementation and monitoring results.
• Regularly report to local management, the Lean Champion, and Business Unit/Business Segment leaders on improvement activities, project progress, implemented initiatives, generated savings, and other relevant performance indicators.
• Coordinate and support improvement projects and problem-solving activities, providing guidance, mentoring, and coaching to teams across different functions.
• Develop and deliver Lean training programs and materials, building employees’ knowledge and capabilities at all organizational levels.
• Promote a continuous improvement mindset by engaging, motivating, and empowering employees to actively identify opportunities and contribute to process improvements.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across organizational units, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Identify, introduce, and continuously develop Lean tools, methodologies, and best practices to improve operational efficiency and process performance.
• Establish and maintain external and internal Lean networks, facilitating the exchange of knowledge, best practices, and benchmarking through networking and comparative visits.
• Ensure compliance with applicable occupational health and safety, environmental, and fire protection requirements.

Requirements for candidates:

• University degree in technical field.
• At least 5 years of relevant Lean experience gained in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven managerial or team leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies, with practical experience in Lean, TPM, and/or Six Sigma.
• Good understanding of Integrated Management Systems (IMS), Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)
• Strong process orientation, analytical thinking, and structured problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, engage, and motivate people at different organizational levels.
• Good command of English.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.