Lean Partner

NNE; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from Strategy & Comms

Global collaboration with Denmark HQ

Learning budget and growth pathways

Job summary

NNE India is seeking a Lean Partner (Mid‑Level) in Bengaluru to drive Lean thinking, A3 problem solving, and CI initiatives. You will work with the Strategy & Communications Manager to embed operational excellence and enable cross‑functional teams to deliver measurable impact.

You will coach, run workshops, track KPIs, and help deploy the A3 CoE while collaborating with DK Lean/SPS and global project teams. Growth and learning opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Business, or a related discipline.
• 5–8 years of experience in Lean, Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, or Process Improvement roles.
• Hands-on experience with A3 thinking, VSM, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work and Visual Management.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt required; Black Belt a plus).
• Experience in pharma, engineering consultancy, EPC/EPCM, or regulated industries is preferred.
• Strong facilitation and workshop delivery experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate A3 problem-solving workshops, Kaizen events, VSM, and Gemba walks.
• Coach project teams, engineers, and middle managers on Lean principles, 5S, Standard Work and Visual Management.
• Support the deployment of the A3 Center of Excellence (CoE) – training, facilitator network, and knowledge management.
• Partner with project teams to identify, scope, and execute continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track Lean KPIs, document improvement case studies, and report benefits realisation to the Manager – Strategy & Communications.
• Support the development and delivery of Lean training / A3 problem solving across the organisation.
• Collaborate with the NNE DK Lean/SPS community to align local practices with corporate standards.
• Contribute to strategic communications around Lean – internal campaigns, success stories, and leadership updates.
• Assist with change management activities tied to Lean transformation initiatives.
• Maintain Lean dashboards & governance trackers.

Skills

Lean principles

A3 thinking

VSM

Kaizen

5S

Standard Work

Visual Management

Problem solving

Workshop facilitation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/related

Job description

About NNE
NNE is a leading pharma engineering consultancy delivering integrated solutions for the pharmaceutical industry. We help our pharma customers design, build and optimise GMP facilities and bring medical products safely to patients. NNE India works closely with Denmark HQ to deliver world‑class projects and drive operational excellence.

Lean Partner, NNE India

Location: Bengaluru, India (NNE India)

Function: Strategy, Communications & Operational Excellence

Experience: 5–8 years

Role Purpose

The Lean Partner (Mid‑Level) will support and drive Lean thinking, A3 problem solving, and continuous improvement initiatives across NNE India. Working closely with the Manager – Strategy & Communications, this role will embed a culture of operational excellence, facilitate improvement workshops, and enable cross‑functional teams to deliver measurable business impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate A3 problem‑solving workshops, Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and Gemba walks across NNE India projects and functions.
• Coach project teams, engineers, and middle managers on Lean principles, 5S, Standard Work, and Visual Management.
• Support the deployment of the A3 Center of Excellence (CoE) – training, facilitator network, and knowledge management.
• Partner with project teams to identify, scope, and execute continuous improvement (CI) initiatives.
• Track Lean KPIs, document improvement case studies, and report benefits realisation (cost, quality, lead time, productivity) to the Manager – Strategy & Communications.
• Support the development and delivery of Lean training / A3 problem solving across the organisation.
• Collaborate with the NNE DK Lean/SPS community to align local practices with corporate standards.
• Contribute to strategic communications around Lean – internal campaigns, success stories, and leadership updates.
• Assist with change management activities tied to Lean transformation initiatives.
• Maintain Lean dashboards & governance trackers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Business, or a related discipline.
• 5–8 years of experience in Lean, Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, or Process Improvement roles.
• Hands‑on experience with A3 thinking, VSM, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work and Visual Management.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt required; Black Belt a plus).
• Experience in pharma, engineering consultancy, EPC/EPCM, or regulated industries is preferred.
• Strong facilitation and workshop delivery experience.

Key Competencies

• Strong facilitation and coaching skills.
• Hands‑on problem‑solving mindset.
• Effective stakeholder management across IN–DK geographies.
• Data‑driven and structured thinking.
• Clear communication and storytelling.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in cross‑functional environments.
• Self‑starter with ability to manage multiple initiatives.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to drive Lean transformation across NNE India.
• Direct mentorship from the Manager – Strategy & Communications and exposure to leadership.
• Global collaboration with Denmark HQ and international project teams.
• A culture rooted in trust, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive compensation, learning budget, and clear growth pathways.

Fair Hiring

At NNE, we are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunities for all job applicants. To maintain fairness, we request that you refrain from including a personal photo in your CV.

Additional Information

Deadline of application is July 31, 2026. Questions before applying? Please contact Kumari at [e-mail].