Global Lean Transformation Leader

Global Manufacturing system (GMS) is the continuous business transformation, combining LEAN, LEADERSHIP and BEST PRACTICE GMS is already part of how we work. Now we want to take it further. Across Demant Global Operations, our GMS Partners and leaders are already driving continuous improvement. We have strong expertise, proven practices and plenty to learn from one another.

Now we want to bring those strengths together. That’s why we are looking for an experienced GMS transformation leader who can help us set a clear direction, challenge the way we work today and turn different approaches into one strong, practical system. Someone who sees the bigger picture and understands what happens on the shop floor.

Who knows when to challenge and when to listen. And who brings a perspective that others can learn from. This is not about simply implementing Lean tools. It is about shaping how GMS works across Demant Global Operations. Working with as you will receive: a unique opportunity to impact the strategic GMS agenda within Demant and Global Operations, while driving a significant change management effort across the global organization; opportunities to work with leaders and teams across global sites and further develop LEAN leadership skills, as well as an understanding of how to operate within global matrix organizations; access to a state-of-the-art GMS/Lean framework from world-leading companies, as well as opportunities for sparring and coaching with Senior GMS Leaders who bring experience from industry-leading organizations; a Scandinavian work culture built on trust, independence, and open dialogue; private medical healthcare, a Multisport card, life insurance, and a benefit cafeteria program.

You will: Transform strategy to improvement initiatives using Policy Deploymen set direction for our global GMS transformation and turn it into a clear and practical roadmap; bring different GMS practices together and help create consistent, scalable ways of working across our operations; challenge existing processes, KPIs and ways of working when you see an opportunity to do things better; identify what already works well across our sites and help turn the best ideas into global practices; connect GMS with digitalisation and AI to find new ways to improve how we work; coach, challenge and inspire leaders and GMS Partners while strengthening the global GMS community and capabilities.

You will lead the next stage of our Global Manufacturing System (GMS) transformation, working with experienced GMS Partners and senior leaders across our global organisation. What you bring: your current job title is less important to us than the experience and perspective you bring with you; you may currently work as a Head of Lean , Head of Operational Excellence , Head of Continuous Improvement , Transformation Lead or in another role where you have been responsible for making lasting; improvements in a complex and global organisation.

We would like to meet you if you: have +5 years of experience leading a LEAN transformation in an international company with complex electronics/Medical device supply chain and manufacturing processes have a university degree in Industrial Engineering, Management and Production Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field have experience in change management and process optimization; have a solid knowledge and experience of Lean tools; are able to manage training, learning processes, and projects; have a good command of English, enabling fluent communication both spoken and written; are comfortable working both in a team and independently; demonstrate strong planning, coordination, and organizational skills; have excellent communication skills, coupled with drive and self-motivation; are a pragmatic person at work, able to communicate ideas clearly, inspire others, and motivate them to act.

Experience from electronics, medical devices or another complex manufacturing environment will be valuable. A degree related to engineering, production, supply chain, logistics or management will also be an advantage. What you will find at Demant First of all, an organisation that is ready to learn from you. You will join an experienced Continuous Improvement leadership team and work with GMS Partners and senior leaders across our global organisation.

You will have the opportunity to influence the future direction of GMS, learn from experienced Lean professionals and bring your own knowledge and perspective to the table. You will also experience our Scandinavian way of working, built on trust, independence and open dialogue, as well as benefits including private medical care, a Multisport card, life insurance and a benefit cafeteria.

Ready to shape what comes next? You do not need to come in with all the answers. But if you have the experience to ask the right questions, challenge our thinking and help us find better answers together, we would like to hear from you. #LI-AS1 #LI-ON#Demant_Poland