Global Operations Leader: Lean Excellence for Global Growth

Nidec; United States; Remote; USD 280,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Travel opportunities

Performance bonus

Job summary

Nidec is seeking a Traction Senior Leader to drive global operations performance across China, India, Mexico and the United States. You will shape the operations strategy, drive structural cost improvements and build a high-performing organization to support sustained profitable growth.

You will partner with Engineering and Supply Chain to ensure new product launches meet cost, quality and schedule targets while leading a culture of continuous improvement and safety across all sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field. MBA or related Master's preferred.
• 15+ years in manufacturing operations and supply chain, with senior leadership exposure.
• Demonstrated success leading multi-site operations across countries, including footprint optimization and plant start-ups.
• P&L or major cost center accountability with strong financial acumen.
• Deep knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma; automotive quality standards (IATF 16949).
• Strong global supply chain understanding and executive-level communication.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the Global Operations strategy aligned with the business plan.
• Contribute to Senior Leadership Team strategy, mid-term plan and budget with focus on BLP.
• Develop multi-year roadmaps for footprint, capacity, automation, and governance.
• Oversee global safety and 3Q6S across footprints.
• Ensure global manufacturing performance meets QCDSSS targets.
• Lead regional localization and transfer of production lines per In-Region-for-Region model.
• Drive Lean, standard work, and continuous improvement culture.
• Manage capital investment and automation programs; monitor OEE improvements.
• Ensure compliance with EHS and regulatory requirements across sites.
• Collaborate with Engineering on NPD launches for cost, quality, and on-time delivery.

Skills

Global leadership

Executive communication

Lean/Six Sigma

P&L accountability

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

MBA or MS preferred

Tools

IATF 16949

APQP/PPAP

Job description

Nidec is seeking a Traction Senior Leader to drive global operations performance across China, India, Mexico and the United States. You will shape the operations strategy, drive structural cost improvements and build a high-performing organization to support sustained profitable growth.

You will partner with Engineering and Supply Chain to ensure new product launches meet cost, quality and schedule targets while leading a culture of continuous improvement and safety across all sites.