Lean Sigma project leader

Avery Dennison Smartrac; Cadorago; In loco; EUR 42.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Avery Dennison Smartrac is seeking a DC Network Lean Sigma Project Leader in Cadorago, Italy. The role focuses on strategic project management to enhance operational efficiencies using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies. The candidate will lead initiatives, train staff, and engage in approximately 50% travel throughout Europe. Competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities are offered.

Servizi

Structured development and skill-building opportunities

Competitive remuneration

Workplace flexibility

International development opportunities

Competenze

• 4-5 years project management experience, leading cross-functional projects.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma methods preferred.
• Strong facilitation and relationship-building skills.

Mansioni

• Lead projects to improve operational performance across distribution centers.
• Drive execution of strategic plans and establish improvement goals.
• Train and mentor others on Lean/Six Sigma principles.

Conoscenze

Customer Service

Relationship Building

Communication

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Strumenti

Excel

Microsoft Project

Descrizione del lavoro

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are making products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, and promote sustainability, circularity, and transparency. Our offerings include designing and developing labeling and functional materials, RFID inlays and tags, software applications connecting physical and digital, and branded packaging that enhances customer experience. Serving industries worldwide—including home and personal care, apparel, retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals, and automotive—we employ approximately 35,000 employees across more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $ billion. Learn more at.

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer

Please let us know if we can support you with reasonable accommodations throughout the application process by contacting our team via.

Job Description

The DC Network Lean Sigma Project Leader is responsible for defining and executing strategic projects aimed at improving performance across operational areas such as EHS, People Engagement, Quality, Cost, and Productivity. The role requires the use of Lean/Six Sigma tools to identify opportunities for business improvement and reports to the DC Network Operations Manager.

REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES: Activities may include, but are not limited to:

• Model and promote the Corporation’s Code of Business Ethics and Values.
• Lead and influence team members to achieve individual and business goals.
• Be a change agent—challenge old ways of doing business and implement breakthrough improvements. Motivate others to accept process changes and take ownership.
• Analyze and utilize information for strategic change and improvement across multiple Distribution Centers. Support the design and implementation of operational improvement strategies for safety, engagement, cost, quality, and productivity.
• Drive execution of DC Network strategic plans, set operational improvement goals, and clarify priorities and accountabilities.
• Initiate, lead, and implement assigned projects successfully.
• Develop a deep understanding of Enterprise Lean Sigma philosophy and methods through training and certification.
• Focus on improving complex performance via ELS efforts.
• Ensure tracking and use of key performance indicators to enhance operational and business results.
• Train, educate, and mentor others on Lean/Sigma principles.

This position is based in Cadorago, Italy, with approximately 50% travel within Europe.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
• 4-5 years of project management or related experience, including leading others and managing cross-functional projects.
• Strong facilitation, customer service, relationship-building, and communication skills.
• Proficient in project management tools such as Excel or Microsoft Project.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Experience applying ELS/DfLS (Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing) methods and tools is preferred.
• Comfortable presenting to all organizational levels.
• Good business acumen and ability to influence without authority.

Additional Information

We offer:

• Structured development and skill-building opportunities
• Competitive remuneration
• Workplace flexibility
• International development opportunities

For more information on our Diversity & Inclusion approach, please click on this link: