Head of Operational Excellence

Biotage is enhancing its focus on operational efficiency and continuous improvement to drive competitiveness profitability and customer satisfaction. This strategic role sits at the core of that transformation combining hands‑on project management with global leadership in Lean and Six Sigma practices.Reporting to the EVP Operations the postholder will lead cross‑functional initiatives across our global Operations organization delivering measurable improvements in cost quality delivery and safety. The ideal candidate brings proven experience in project delivery a strong grasp of Lean methodologies and the ability to influence and engage stakeholders across multiple sites and functions.Key Responsibilities :Business Alignment & PlanningTranslate business objectives into a clear portfolio of improvement and transformation projects.Prioritise initiatives that support cost reduction operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.Align projects and lean programs with wider business strategy ensuring consistency across global sites.Act as a global subject matter expert for lean and six sigma embedding common standards tools and practices to enhance operational efficiency.Project DeliveryDevelop and maintain comprehensive project plans ensuring clear objectives milestones and deadlines.Lead and coordinate cross functional teams across manufacturing engineering supply chain and quality.Allocate resources effectively and manage project budgets ensuring financial accountability.Ensure all projects meet business objectives regulatory requirements and quality standards.Continuous Improvement & Operational ExcellenceIdentify and prioritise improvement opportunities using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.Facilitate Kaizen events value stream mapping sessions and structured problem‑solving workshops.Deliver measurable improvements in OEE lead time cost reduction quality and safety.Coach and mentor colleagues in Lean principles building capability and sustaining improvementsPromote a culture of operational discipline continuous improvement and accountability across sites.Reporting Compliance & GovernanceProvide structured governance reporting and risk management to ensure projects are delivered on time and in full.Maintain detailed documentation KPIs and performance reports for all projects.Drive transparency and accountability across project teams through robust reporting.Ensure compliance with industry regulations quality standards and company policies.Support capital expenditure requests ensuring alignment with financial and strategic planning.Qualifications and Training :Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant technical or operational discipline.Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement Lean / Six Sigma and project management roles ideally within manufacturing.Formal qualification in project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2 APMP Agile).Formal Lean / Six Sigma certification (Black Belt desirable).Experience in Change Management ideally in a regulated manufacturing environment.Proven expertise in project planning budgeting and risk management.Demonstrated track record of delivering measurable improvements in cost quality and delivery.About BiotageBiotage is a global supplier and solutions partner to a wide range of customers within drug discovery and development and analytical testing. xpwpeyx With strong expertise in separation and purification technologies and a focus on leveraging intelligent workflow solutions we aim to efficiently support the advancement and protection of human health. Learn more atScroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.Key SkillsCivil Engineering,Communication,Corporate Partnerships,Fire Fighting,Business Analytics,ACCAEmployment Type: Full TimeExperience: yearsVacancy: 1#J-18808-Ljbffr