Sr Director, Business Process Excellence

MSC Industrial Direct Co.,Inc.; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 155,000 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Healthcare plans

401K + stock purchase

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

MSC Industrial Supply Co. in Davidson, NC seeks a Senior Director, Business Process Excellence to lead the design, documentation, standardization and continuous improvement of core processes for a scalable, cost-efficient organization.

You will drive Lean-Six Sigma initiatives, map processes, develop KPIs, partner with Finance, and coach teams to achieve priority outcomes while aligning with MSC's strategic roadmap.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related field.
• Six Sigma black belt is preferred.
• Minimum of ten years of experience in Continuous Improvement.
• Five years senior management experience in a large complex organization including influencing senior management and critical stakeholders.
• Minimum of seven years leading others.
• Demonstrated success initiating change and ability to influence at all levels.
• A recognized thought leader and innovator in the development of new tools, methodologies, and problem-solving approaches.
• Thorough knowledge of the wholesale distribution industry preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process Assessment: Conduct evaluations of current business processes to determine inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Process Mapping & Continuous Improvement: Create detailed process maps and workflows; lead Lean-Six Sigma initiatives and standardize tools.
• Performance & Value Realization: Define and track KPIs; quantify and communicate cost savings and productivity benefits; collaborate with Finance on benefits.
• Collaboration: Align projects with MSC strategic roadmap; drive cross-functional teamwork and training content.
• Team Management: Lead the Corporate-level Continuous Improvement Team; mentor and develop associates.
• Other: Perform special projects and additional duties as required.

Skills

Six Sigma Black Belt

Process Improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Project Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related field

Job description

BUILD A BETTER CAREER WITH MSC

Serving customers and our community starts with the best people doing their best work. That is precisely what we have created at MSC Industrial Supply Co. We are a leading North American distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO), products and services. We offer more than 2 million products and have over 80 years of experience across dozens of industries. We aim to execute our Built to Make You Better brand promise for all our stakeholders, including our associates.

Requisition ID :20681

Employment Type : Full Time

Job Category : Business Transformation

Work Location : Davidson, NC (CSC)

BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Director, Business Process Excellence provides hands-on support to business functions by facilitating the design, documentation, standardization, and improvement of core processes. This role ensures processes are scalable, efficient, and aligned to priorities, enabling consistent execution across a complex, matrixed organization. Focuses on optimizing and enhancing processes that drive efficiency and reduce costs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Process Assessment

• Conduct evaluations of current business processes via focus groups and/or other methodology to determine inefficiencies and areas of improvement.
• Identify and prioritize opportunities for process standardization, build and enhancements in both core and support processes.

Process Mapping & Continuous Improvement

• Create detailed process maps and workflows to visualize current and future processes.
• Facilitate continuous improvement efforts through Lean-Six Sigma principles like Kaizens, Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEAs), etc.
• Craft and implement standardized continuous improvement tools (process mapping, root cause analysis, and standard workflows)

Performance & Value Realization

• Use data analysis and metrics to drive improvement efforts and decision making.
• Define and track process KPIs (time savings, cost-to-serve, OTD, etc.)
• Quantify and communicate business impact (cost savings, working capital, service improvements, etc.)
• Partner with Finance to validate and track benefits of projects and annual productivity efforts if necessary.
• Facilitate and provide training and support to associates in newly defined processes, ensuring understanding and adherence to updated procedures.

Collaboration

• Collaborate with executive leadership/stakeholders to identify and align on MSC strategic roadmap projects, functional projects, and associated processes, which are linked to MSC goals and objectives.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration in process execution and continuous improvement efforts on time and within projected budget.
• Collaborate with Learning & Development Team in creation of continuous improvement training content, delivery methods and tracking to develop associate skills and competencies.
• Respectfully challenge assumptions, ensuring the right outcomes are achieved.

Team Management

• Responsible for leading the Corporate-level Continuous Improvement Team.
• Fosters the MSC Culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure fulfillment of MSC's vision and unity of purpose.
• Participation in special projects and performs additional duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related field required.
• Six Sigma blackbelt is preferred.
• Minimum of ten years of experience in Continuous Improvement.
• Five years senior management experience in a large complex organization including influencing senior management and critical stakeholders.
• Minimum of seven years leading others
• Demonstrated success initiating change and ability to influence at all levels required
• A recognized thought leader and innovator in the development of new tools, methodologies, and problem-solving approaches
• Thorough knowledge of the wholesale distribution industry preferred but not required

Bonus Points If You Have

• Outstanding influence and communication skills particularly across business functions.
• Excellent organizational, time management, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Highly proficient at using problem-solving (Lean Six Sigma) tools,
• Excellent analytical, conceptual thinking, and execution skills to drive organizational change.
• High energy, initiative-taker, excellent team player .
• Ability to collaborate and partner with various leaders and SMEs across the organization.
• Proven ability to develop teams and train others in new ways of doing things.
• Flexible and able to multitask; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions
• Ability to quickly understand complex business systems and processes.
• Strong situational assessment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to motivate, innovate, transform, and drive teams to deliver projects and realize benefits.
• Strong change management skills and ability to craft a compelling narrative as to why organization needs continual change.

Other Requirements

• A valid driver's license may be required.
• Position requires up to 50% of overnight travel required
• This position may require access to International Traffic in Arms Regulations Information (ITAR) and/or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

Compensation starting at $154560 - $242880 depending on candidate location and experience.

The salary range represented is based on similar roles in comparable industries, and the cost of labor in respective cities. Actual compensation is based on the candidate's relevant experience, education requirements and peer pay equity. The Company reserves the right to modify the range as market conditions change.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position at this time.

This job posting will remain open for a minimum of 3 business days from the original posting date or longer as needed to fill the position.

WHY MSC?

People. Collaboration. Insight. That's how you build something that works. Built on a foundation of trust, MSC works side by side with our customers to help them drive business results. With more than one million product offerings and 80+ years of experience across industries, MSC strives to help our customers achieve greater productivity, profitability, and growth through inventory management and other innovative supply chain solutions. We care about our associates and have programs in place to help our 6,500+ team members achieve their potential.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

• Alongside competitive pay, we have a comprehensive benefits program to support you and your family's health, well-being and financial future.
• We offer dynamic healthcare plans, generous 401K and stock purchasing programs, tuition reimbursement opportunities, and paid time away for holidays, vacations, and illness.
• Visit our page for a better look at our extensive benefits: Your Future Benefits.

You will also have the opportunity to join our Associate Inclusion Circles: Women, Pride, Black, Generational, Veterans, HOLA, and Able. These circles are open to all associates and are designed to promote awareness, collaboration, and respect.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

At MSC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any category protected by applicable law. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment process; applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.