US LBM Market Continuous Improvement Manager

uslbm; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

US LBM is seeking a Market Continuous Improvement Manager to drive process improvements, efficiency, and cost reduction across the market. You will analyze designs and workflows, develop improvement strategies, and implement Lean and Six Sigma methods.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, 5 years of experience in process improvement, Six Sigma certification, and travel up to 10% to visit plants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 5+ years of experience in process improvement/operations.
• Six Sigma certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze designs, methods, and internal processes.
• Develop strategies and initiatives for operational efficiency.
• Establish norms and standards of company performance.
• Implement process improvements and changes in manufacturing/warehouse methods.
• Measure process improvement benefits after changes are implemented.
• Implement Lean and/or Six Sigma methods.
• Review lean performance with leadership teams and provide feedback.
• Stay up to date with developments in management and process optimization.
• Measure success via KPIs such as cost savings and productivity.

Skills

Drives Vision and Purpose

Optimizes Work Processes

Plans and Aligns

Communicates Effectively

Logistics & Fleet Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Process Management, Operations or related field

Job description

US LBM is one of the leading and fastest growing distributors of specialty building materials in the United States, with a team of over 13,000 employees located throughout the country. Since our founding in 2009, we have acquired over 100 companies and have expanded to more than 450 locations serving 37 states. US LBM is a progressive organization that promotes a unique culture that focuses on the value of its customers and associates. Developing our people is critical to our strategy and fostering our culture of empowerment.

A Brief Overview

The Market Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for assessing and enhancing business processes and performance, ultimately driving efficiencies and cost reduction for the business. This involves analyzing current practices, developing process improvement strategies, and implementing changes in workflows and structures.

Pay Rate : $99K - $130K annual salary.

What you will do

• Analyze designs, methods, and internal processes.
• Develop strategies and initiatives for operational efficiency.
• Establish norms and standards of company performance.
• Implement process improvements and changes in manufacturing/warehouse methods.
• Measure process improvement benefits after changes are implemented.
• Implement Lean and/or Six Sigma methods.
• Regularly review lean performance expectations with leadership teams across the organization, providing expectations, performance planning, and feedback.
• Stay up to date with developments in management and process optimization.
• Measure the success of initiatives through key performance indicators (KPIs), such as cost savings, productivity improvements, reduction in waste of defects, and increased customer satisfaction.
• Directly work with the Market President and market teams.

Required For All Jobs

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Adheres to Company's commitment to workplace safety.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Process Management, Operations or a related field required.

Experience Qualifications

5 years of experience in process improvement/operations.

Skills and Abilities

• Drives Vision and Purpose - Painting a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Plans and Aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Understanding of logistics management and fleet management systems and practices.

Licenses and Certifications

Six Sigma certification

Travel Requirements

10% Overnight travel plus regular plant visits.

US LBM Holdings, LLC, is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.