Breakthrough Performance Excellence Lead – Lean & Digital

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG; Basel; On-site; CHF 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche is seeking a Performance Excellence Lead to drive breakthrough improvements by embedding Lean, OE, and digital solutions across site operations. You will lead cross-functional teams through the five-step Breakthrough Methodology and partner with senior leadership to ensure sustainable capability building and measurable value.

You will apply Lean/OE pillars, coach teams, and use data-driven insights to eliminate waste and elevate end-to-end processes, advancing Roche's mission to improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical, engineering, or business field is required.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant Operational Excellence experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 6+ years with an Advanced degree.
• Hands-on experience in biotechnology/pharma/chemical manufacturing or related process industries is preferred.
• Proven expertise in leading structured OE and Lean methodologies to drive breakthrough improvements.
• Strong ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and enable adoption of OE, Digital, AI, and data solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Performance Excellence initiatives across all core phases.
• Drive step-change improvements in operational quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Structure and solve complex operational challenges with cross-functional teams.
• Establish and track KPI to ensure long-term value and continuity.
• Apply OE, Lean, Digital, AI, and data-driven frameworks for repeatable gains.
• Coach project teams and foster a high-performance, inclusive culture.
• Partner with site functions and senior leadership to secure buy-in and manage change.

Skills

OE & Lean mastery

Data-driven insights

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Agile mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s/PhD preferred

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

Roche is seeking a Performance Excellence Lead to drive breakthrough improvements by embedding Lean, OE, and digital solutions across site operations. You will lead cross-functional teams through the five-step Breakthrough Methodology and partner with senior leadership to ensure sustainable capability building and measurable value.

You will apply Lean/OE pillars, coach teams, and use data-driven insights to eliminate waste and elevate end-to-end processes, advancing Roche's mission to improve