Sr. Manager - Continuous Improvement

McDonough, GA, US, 30253

WHO WE ARE

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to “see more and be more” thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Sr. Manager - Continuous Improvement and Training will support the evolution of EssilorLuxottica’s lean culture to raise the region’s Lean Six Sigma capacity, as well being responsible for establishing short and long-term learning strategies to increase the quality of performance at all levels of logistics employees. The Sr. Manager will inspire the team to improve performance in safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and efficiency, meeting financial goals. Working collaboratively across functions, this role will define training strategies that balance theory and practice to create and design learning modules that meet associates and management development goals. 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and manage a L&D team across 4 DCs for the Logistics Atlanta Campus, as well as Tijuana, MX DC.
• Determine strategy to ensure Product, Process and Systems Knowledge is created, designed and implemented across all sites.
• Design, create, and develop informal and formal learning solutions (including e-learnings, interactive PDFs, videos, SOPs etc.) to meet organizational needs by analyzing and selecting the most appropriate strategy, methodologies, and technologies to maximize the learning experience and impact.
• Train/coach/mentor personnel in Lean and CI tools such as 5S, Lean standard work, Kanban, value stream mapping, visual management, flow production, SMED, variation reduction/DMAIC
• Support logistics team, supply chain team and HR to develop a skill matrix tool as base reference for the training programs
• Select, mentor, and certify Kaizen leaders to become Lean tool experts
• Maintain Kaizen sustainment trackers and execute training
• Participate in development of CI project plans with Operations executives
• Lead the definition and delivery of large business improvement projects through the application of Lean Six Sigma and project management tools
• Drive the execution of the Kaizen events and Lean Projects
• Create and facilitate Daily Management processes in designated areas (GEMBA)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Leadership Development, Organizational Development, or Talent Management.
• 7+ years of instructional design experience or project management experience
• 7+ years of experience in a Continuous Improvement role supporting Operations manufacturing environment
• Mastering of Lean Principles, Six Sigma tools, Strategic Planning, and statistical process control techniques
• Track-record as a successful “Change Agent” in front line roles such a s supply chain manager, manufacturing manager, quality manger, operation manager, or engineering manager
• Proficient knowledge of Learning Management Systems
• Proficient computer skills in Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Go Animate and Adobe Creative Suite
• Familiar with Policy Deployment
• Knowledge of training industry best practices
• Strong planning, organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities at the same time
• Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of managing and influencing organizational change
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills to apply knowledge of business to advance the organization’s goals
• Experience creating learning strategies using alternative modes and technology
• Ability to design evaluation strategies to measure learning program effectiveness
• PowerBI experience
• Optical knowledge

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts. 
 
Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the Luxottica Ethics Compliance Hotline at 1-888-887-3348 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.    
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.