Full-time
**Company Description**:
Company Description
**_ Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer_**
**We are looking for a DC Network Lean Sigma Project Leader!
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**In this position, you will be responsible for the definition and execution of strategic projects aimed at improving performance across different operational areas, specifically EHS, People Engagement, Quality, Cost and Productivity.
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In your role, the use of Lean/Six Sigma tools is key in identifying opportunities within any functional area to improve business results.
He/she reports to the DC Network Operations Manager.
Your missions:
- Model and promote the Corporation's Code of Business Ethics and Values.
- Positively lead and influence team members to partner together to achieve individual and business goals.
- Be a change agent - challenge old ways of doing business and implement breakthrough improvements.
Motivate others to accept process changes and take ownership.
- Analyze and draw information for long-term strategic change and improvement for multiple Distribution Centers.
Support team members in the design and implementation of operational improvement strategies for safety, people engagement, cost, quality and productivity.
- Drive execution of DC Network strategic plans, help set operations improvement goals, ensure priorities and accountabilities are clear.
- Successfully initiate and lead and implement projects assigned.
- Develop in-depth understanding of Enterprise Lean Sigma philosophy and methods as demonstrated by successful training and certification in these areas.
- Focus on improving more complex performance through ELS efforts.
- Ensure tracking and use of key performance indicators to promote improved operational and business results.
- Train, educate, and mentor others in the organization on Lean/Sigma principles
**This position is based in Cadorago, Italy, with travel, approximately 30%, within Europe.
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**Qualifications**:
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- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business or related.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
- 4 - 5 years project management or related experience.
Experience in leading others and managing cross-functional projects.
- Good facilitation, customer service, relationship building and communication skills.
- Good project management skills with knowledge of Excel or Project Management tracking software (e.g. Microsoft Project).
- Detail oriented, strong analytical skills & organizational skills.
- Problem management skills.
- Comfort and confidence in interacting with / presenting to all levels in an organization
- Good business acumen.
- Ability to influence effectively without authority.
**Additional Information**:
**We offer**:
- structured integration and development of your skills
- competitive remuneration
- flexibility in the workplace
- development opportunities including internationally
📌 Lean Sigma Project Leader
🏢 Avery Dennison
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