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Operational Excellence Manager

Mid levelFull-timeOfficeSydney NSW, AustraliaPosted 2 weeks agoVerified 3 weeks ago
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About the job

The Operational Excellence Manager job at Cochlear is a fantastic opportunity to lead the design and deployment of core Manufacturing Business Systems. This role is pivotal in ensuring consistent and sustainable operations across Cochlear’s global manufacturing network. The team values collaboration and innovation, encouraging everyone to contribute to transforming the way hearing loss is understood and treated.

You'll be responsible for

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Leading the design and deployment of Manufacturing Business Systems

Overseeing the creation and implementation of systems that enhance manufacturing processes.
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Translating strategic intent into practical operating systems

Converting high-level strategies into actionable systems and standards.
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Applying systems thinking methodologies

Utilizing systems thinking to create scalable and interconnected operating systems.

Key criteria

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Business systems design experience

Proven experience designing and implementing business systems.

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Global operational experience

Experience in global, multi-site operating environments.

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Strong program management skills

Demonstrated capability in planning, governance, and reporting.

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5 criteria for this job
Business systems design experience
Proven experience designing and implementing business systems.

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Global operational experience
Experience in global, multi-site operating environments.

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Strong program management skills
Demonstrated capability in planning, governance, and reporting.

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Change management expertise
Experience delivering end-to-end system deployment and embedment.

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Lean manufacturing knowledge
Deep understanding of Lean, TPS, or Operational Excellence systems.

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