KPO Manager driving continuous improvement initiatives at Adi Development Group, focusing on strategic deployment and coaching operational teams.
Responsibilities
Support the deployment of strategic priorities into operational improvement initiatives. Facilitate A3 problem-solving with leaders and teams, support review and follow-up cycles, and help ensure alignment between objectives, metrics, and daily management.
Lead value stream mapping and process improvement efforts within assigned functions or projects. Apply root cause analysis, data analysis, standardized work, visual management, and KPI development to improve quality, reduce waste, and shorten lead times.
Plan, facilitate, and follow through on kaizen events using the shingi model. Own preparation, scoping, execution, and sustainment for assigned kaizens. Ensure improvements translate into measurable performance gains and that participants build lasting problem-solving capability.
Design, implement, and coach teams on daily management systems, including tiered meetings, visual boards, and standard work for leaders. Reinforce discipline and consistency to ensure improvements are sustained.
Coach team members and leaders at gemba on lean thinking, structured problem-solving, and continuous improvement behaviors. Mentor participants through A3s and improvement work, building confidence and capability over time.
Contribute as a core member of the Kaizen Promotion Office. Support the development of junior CI team members, share best practices, and help evolve KPO standards, tools, and ways of working as the organization grows.
Requirements
7–12 years of progressive experience in continuous improvement / lean roles
Demonstrated experience leading kaizen events and improvement initiatives in operational environments
Experience applying value stream mapping, A3 problem-solving, daily management, and standard work
Exposure to construction, manufacturing, or other operationally intensive industries strongly preferred
Benefits
Competitive Paid Time Off: Team members are provided with comprehensive paid time off inclusive of paid Vacation, Wellness and Sick days annually.
Competitive Salaries: This role has a competitive base salary range of $100,000 - $125,000 annually, with compensation reflecting the seniority and scope of the role.
Employee Home Ownership Program: Adians have the opportunity to live in the beautiful communities we create through our Employee Home Ownership Program. Eligible team members will receive a % discount off the total purchase price.
Comprehensive Benefits Plan: Adi provides all full-time team members and dependents with coverage for dental, prescriptions, vision care, paramedical practitioners, life insurance and more.
Flexible Health, Lifestyle & Wellness Personal Spending Account: Annual health, lifestyle & wellness spending accounts that can be used for fitness classes, gym memberships, family & pet needs, additional health benefits and more!
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