Manager, Transformation

Johnson Controls; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 89,400 - 149,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

401K and medical/dental/vision

On-the-job training

Collaborative team environment

Zero Harm safety program

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Burlington, MA is seeking a Manager, Transformation to lead end-to-end ERP planning, implementation, and post-acquisition integration, driving organizational scale and operational alignment.

You will champion Lean Manufacturing and kaizen events, set KPIs for executive reporting, and coordinate cross-functional initiatives with corporate functions, while four days onsite per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in operations, project management, or process improvement.
• Strong working familiarity with ERP systems.
• Proven experience leading Lean Manufacturing initiatives and kaizen events.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise between departments and corporate functions.
• Proven ability to lead through influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end ERP planning and implementation projects to prepare for scale. Work cross-functionally to map processes for ERP migration.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives and kaizen events to reduce waste and optimize efficiency.
• Work with leadership to establish and monitor KPIs for executive reporting.
• Manage post-acquisition integration activities to align systems and operational frameworks.
• Act as a liaison between Stack Forging Thermal Solutions and corporate functions to ensure alignment with goals and standards.
• Serve as the primary contact for cross-functional initiatives and ad hoc challenges.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen events

ERP systems

Project management

Cross-functional liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care
• On-the-job/cross-training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What You’ll Do

As the Manager, Transformation, you will spearhead end-to-end ERP planning, implementation, and post-acquisition integration projects to drive organizational scale and operational alignment. You will champion a culture of continuous improvement by leading Lean Manufacturing initiatives and kaizen events, while collaborating with leadership to establish and monitor key performance indicators for executive reporting. Additionally, you will serve as a key liaison between the Stack Forging Thermal Solutions team and corporate functions, acting as the primary point of contact for complex cross-functional initiatives and operational challenges.

This position generally requires a commitment of 4 days onsite per week.

Who You Are

You are an operations-focused professional with experience in project management and process improvement. You possess a strong working familiarity with ERP systems and a proven track record of leading Lean Manufacturing initiatives and kaizen events. As a collaborative and communicative leader, you are a curious, proactive problem-solver who is comfortable with ambiguity, maintains an "I’ll figure it out" attitude, and is genuinely excited to drive positive change.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities are subject to change based on shifting business needs
• In partnership with corporate support, lead end-to-end ERP planning and implementation projects to prepare for scale. Work cross-functionally to map current and future-state processes to ensure a successful ERP migration.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives and facilitate kaizen events to reduce waste and optimize efficiency, supporting a continuous improvement culture.
• Work with leadership to establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide actionable insights and executive-level reporting.
• Manage post-acquisition integration activities to ensure alignment of systems and operational frameworks.
• Act as a liaison between the Stack Forging Thermal Solutions team and JCI corporate functions to ensure alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for cross-functional initiatives and ad hoc operational challenges requiring ownership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in operations, project management, or process improvement
• Strong working familiarity with ERP systems
• Proven experience leading Lean Manufacturing initiatives and facilitating kaizen events.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to act as an effective liaison between different departments and corporate functions.
• Proven ability to lead through influence

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading ERP preparation and implementation

Salary Range

$89,400 - $149,200 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply.

To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us.

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