Continuous Improvement Analyst (Green Belt)

Dexcom Inc.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 106,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Career development & tuition reimb.

Job summary

Dexcom is seeking a Lean Six Sigma Leader for the Logistics Excellence team in Mesa, AZ. You will drive process excellence across receiving, inventory, and distribution, coaching teams to implement DMAIC and Kaizen methods to reduce waste and improve service levels.

You will lead cross-functional projects, manage cost transformation initiatives, and mentor Lean Six Sigma bench strength while aligning with regulatory and QMS requirements. 15–25% travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of related experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification; Black Belt within 6 months.
• Strong leadership and collaboration across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean Six Sigma and process-excellence initiatives to achieve Logistics Excellence.
• Design, validate, and share end-to-end logistics processes across receiving, inventory, pick/pack/ship, transportation and compliance.
• Apply DMAIC, 5S, Kaizen, value-stream mapping, Kanban, and root-cause analysis to reduce variation and waste.
• Analyze processes and data to identify root causes and implement corrective actions with cross-functional teams.
• Manage cost-transformation plans and report benefits to leadership while meeting regulatory requirements.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Process improvement

DMAIC/Kaizen

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet the team:

The Logistics and Distribution (L&D) organization is looking for a dynamic leader for the Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt on the Logistics Excellence team to transform the ways of working to a world class standard! As a change agent, you create, standardize, and continuously improve L&D processes & systems to ensure the delivery of best-in-class services to our customers in a cost-effective manner. This position will lead L&D initiatives to achieve Logistics Excellence and to support scaling initiatives.

Where you come in:

• You lead initiatives (such as lean/six sigma, process excellence) setting the roadmap, standards, and cadence to achieve Logistics Excellence.
• You conceive, develop, validate, and share improved end-to-end logistics processes across receiving, inventory, pick/pack/ship, transportation, and trade compliance, to deliver business objectives.
• You apply structured problem-solving (e.g., DMAIC, 5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping, visual management, Kanban, mistake proofing, Fishbone, 5 Whys, SIPOC) to remove variation and waste.
• You perform process and data analyses to identify root causes, risks, and implement corrective/preventive actions in partnership with cross-functional teams.
• You build and execute a cost transformation plan aligned to L&D objectives, tracking benefits with standardized metrics and routinely reporting results to leadership.
• You create and sustain an innovative, Logistics Excellence culture by coaching, mentoring, and building Lean Six Sigma bench strength across L&D.
• You create and lead a Logistics Excellence assessment program for Dexcom and vendor‑managed logistics locations.
• You act as a project manager to deliver objectives on time and within budget while meeting QMS, regulatory, and corporate policy requirements.

What makes you successful:

• You are a proactive problem solver and excellent communicator, who excels in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment while managing multiple tasks and timelines.
• You have deep experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, and/or Operations and a track record of driving measurable, sustainable improvements.
• You have expert understanding of Lean Six Sigma and the ability to teach, coach, and influence at all levels of the organization to drive sustained change.
• You demonstrate strong leadership and collaboration skills, working effectively across functional teams with minimal supervision.
• You excel at managing complex, cross‑functional projects and communicating status through standardized metrics.
• Your toolkit includes leading kaizens, DMAIC, value stream mapping, 5S, Kanban, and root‑cause analysis methods.
• You have Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification and willing to pursue your Black Belt within 6 months.

Location:

This is an on‑site position in Mesa, AZ.

What you’ll get:

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
• A full and comprehensive benefits program.
• Growth opportunities on a global scale.
• Access to career development through in‑house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
• An exciting and innovative, industry‑leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Travel Required:

• 15%-25%

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 8-12 years of related experience.
• At this level a graduate degree may be desirable with 4 years of related experience

Please note:

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all‑inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dexcom’s AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

Salary:

$105,800.00 - $176,300.00

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