Lean Six Sigma Project Manager

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Job description

Overview:
As part of the new Lean Six Sigma team, the Project Manager will have ownership to produce, execute, and report all necessary steps and documentation of assigned projects and will manage projects working with key stakeholders using Lean Six sigma principles to guide teams to ensure successful execution.

At Panasonic Connect, we connect the power of people and technology to change work, advance society and help connect to tomorrow. Empathy, results, relentlessness and teamwork are the foundations of the Panasonic Connect Culture. Our mission is to elevate the employee experience by empowering individuals to use their voice and have a positive impact on our business. As part of our team, you will push boundaries, take action, and face challenges alongside our customers to innovate experiences that define the changing world of work.

Responsibilities:
Project Management

Manage projects using established Lean Six Sigma standards, incorporating other approaches as necessary given cultural, situational, ecosystem and other identified factors

Manage and be accountable for the Continuous Improvement site projects, including the management of Kaizen activities and Lean Six Sigma transformation projects.

Manage project planning activities with internal team and Stakeholders to define:Project Scope and Objectives detailed in the Project Charter

Key Project Goals and Deliverables

Risks and Risk Mitigation

Project Milestones and Schedule

Required Resources and Budget

Update Stakeholders on a consistent basis including deliverables, schedules, and project progress

Direct Project meetings and work with Project Sponsor to ensure schedule, deliverables and overall health of project is on track

Track and report on project milestones and provide status reports to stakeholders

Complete project recaps to identify areas for improvement and document a plan to execute the identified areas

Communications Management

Identify and clearly communicate expectations to team members and stakeholders through the course of the project

Resolve any issues and solve problems throughout project life cycle, escalating as necessary to ensure project success

Provide weekly project summary updates Operations Team

Educate team regarding Lean and Six Sigma processes

Process and Change Management

Stronger emphasis on Lean practices, with the ability to eliminate waste throughout the business through deployment of the Lean tools & processes, driving a continuous improvement culture, and promoting employee engagement at all levels

Create and document business processes in the "as-is" state.

Collaborate with teams at all levels to challenge existing practices and drive meaningful improvements

Utilize lean tools such as 5S, KPIs, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Pareto analysis to implement process enhancements

Drive change-related activities including, but not limited to, change impact analysis, strategy development, readiness assessment, and adoption measurement

Formally document and update all project related items including implementation plan, project scope, charter, goals, deliverables, risks, project milestones, schedule, and any/all related items

Archive project related items following project completion

Establish and ensure compliance to project reporting and monitoring standards, procedures, and guidelines

Maintain the PMO project tracking with project management tools and/or software.

Assist PMO with managing portfolio of customer facing and internal projects

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

University degree in business or related field preferred

10+ years of direct experience in Lean Management and Project Management

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Competencies:

Kaizen, or related, capable facilitation and track record of problem-solving

Working with our Finance Team, ability to create financial models used to support project selection and determine project value to the P&L

Strong Process mapping capabilities and driving for Root cause

Proactive and effective problem-solving capabilities to handle potentially complex problems and resolve conflicts

Must be self-motivated with an ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines

Ability to rapidly adapt and respond to frequent changes in environment, priorities, and deadlines

Experience working in a team-orientated, collaborative environment, and remote environment

Experience with significant cultural, organizational, and business process change efforts

Strong project management and process improvement skills and experience with project management tools and/or software

Proficient in MS Office Products including Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Planner, Visio and Word.

Proficient in Blueworks Live and/or Smartsheets preferred.

Communications:

Ability to define communication plans and execute effectively with other Panasonic staff, key customers, executive and project management staff

Strong communication (written and verbal) and negotiation skills to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel up to executive level both internally and within customer/supplier organizations

Ability to coordinate with multiple suppliers, subcontractors, and 3rd party vendors

Other Requirements:

Travel Requirement: 10% travel to various locations in North America to meet with PMO team or onsite for project execution. During large scale projects, the percentage could fluctuate. Adherence to corporate travel and entertainment policy is required

What We Offer:

High Performance Culture

A focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Teamwork and Collaboration

Rewards and Recognition

Learning & Development Opportunities Across Multiple Business Units

Competitive compensation packages

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive benefits

Paid Parental Care Leave

Educational Assistance

Volunteer time off

Total Well Being Program

Employee Referral Program

Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Corporation of North America.

The salary range below is just one component of Panasonic Connect's total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual's knowledge, skills, and experience. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives.

Salary Range:
$90,000 - $135,000 plus Bonus

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