Value Stream Manager II

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Job summary

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling seeks a Value Stream Manager II to lead end-to-end product lifecycle and optimize the value stream. You will coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Sales, and Customer Support to ensure timely launches and issue resolution.

You will drive Lean and continuous improvement, monitor performance metrics, and develop a high-performing team through coaching and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize the value stream by overseeing the end-to-end lifecycle of products within the assigned portfolio, ensuring alignment between product strategy, operational execution, customer requirements, and business objectives.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Sales, and Customer Support to launch products, manage changes, resolve issues, and meet customer commitments.
• Support HydroCharge deployments with comprehensive product information, training materials, and on-site customer training.
• Monitor KPIs to manage product and business performance, analyze trends, identify improvement opportunities, and implement solutions for better customer satisfaction, efficiency, quality, and profitability.
• Lead strategic and continuous improvement initiatives by prioritizing projects, allocating resources, managing risks, and driving process improvements for growth and operational excellence.
• Develop and support high-performing teams by coaching, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional development.

Skills

Operations Leadership

Development

Business Strategy

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Title

Value Stream Manager II

Job Category

Manufacturing

Job Description

What starts with YOU, moves the world!

What you will do:

• Lead and optimize the value stream by overseeing the end-to-end lifecycle of products within the assigned portfolio, ensuring alignment between product strategy, operational execution, customer requirements, and business objectives.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration by partnering with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Sales, and Customer Support teams to successfully launch products, manage product changes, resolve issues, and deliver customer commitments.
• Support successful HydroCharge deployments by providing comprehensive product information, developing training materials, and conducting on-site customer training
• Manage product and business performance by monitoring key performance indicators, analyzing trends, identifying opportunities for improvement, and implementing solutions that enhance customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, product quality, and profitability.
• Lead strategic and continuous improvement initiatives by prioritizing projects, allocating resources, managing risks, and driving process improvements that support growth, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Develop and support high-performing teams by coaching team members, fostering collaboration and accountability, supporting professional development, and creating an engaging work environment focused on achieving results.

Who you are:

• A collaborative leader who builds strong relationships across functions and effectively aligns teams around shared goals.
• A strategic thinker who can balance long-term business objectives with day-to-day operational priorities.
• A proactive problem solver who uses data, customer feedback, and business insight to make informed decisions.
• An adaptable communicator who can influence stakeholders, navigate changing priorities, and drive initiatives forward.
• A people-focused leader who develops talent, fosters accountability, and creates a positive, high-performing team culture.

What you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience managing products, projects, operations, or cross-functional business initiatives.
• Experience leading complex projects and coordinating diverse stakeholder groups to achieve business objectives.
• Demonstrated success driving process improvements, operational efficiencies, and business performance improvements.

Skills, Experience, & Abilities:

• Operations Leadership: Experience leading manufacturing or operations teams in a demand-driven environment, with knowledge of production systems, automation, inventory management, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Development: Proven ability to build, coach, and develop high-performing teams, fostering accountability, engagement, and achievement of business objectives.
• Business Strategy: Experience leading or supporting strategic initiatives, managing organizational change, and aligning resources to business priorities and growth objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: Experience driving Lean, DFT, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and overall business performance. Preferred experience leading process improvement implementations.

Who we are:

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.

What we offer:

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

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Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time

Work Hours

40

Travel Required

10-25%

Primary Location

HY US Billerica MA

Address

129 Concord Road Building 1

Zip Code

01821

Field-Based

No

Relocation Assistance Available

No

We are an equal opport