Global Lean Lead

Job Purpose

The Global Lean Lead will provide hands-on leadership to deploy, implement and drive the Lean Program at assigned R&M facilities. This position will spearhead the conversion to a lean organization driving the implementation of Value Stream Management, Materials Planning & Scheduling process improvement techniques and practices, JDE and My Advisor Data Collection and presentation in power BI format, Standard Work, Kanban/Pull Systems, end to end Supply Chain and Distribution Root-Cause Analysis and Problem Solving, Quality at the Source, Lean Daily Management, Just-in-time, Hoshin Kanri, A3/PDCA to create, drive and sustain a new culture of continuous improvement and information flow efficiency. 

This position will work closely with other functions in the facility including Operations, Asset & Inventory, Supply Chain, Distribution, Logistics, Procurement, Repair & Maintenance, Finance, Human Resources and Quality.

Roles & Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

· Lead the deployment and sustainment of Lean initiatives in collaboration with R&M Managers and Facility Leadership, ensuring alignment with Materials Planning & Scheduling process improvement strategies and APICS / CPIM best practices.

· Identify waste and drive rapid improvement in Value Stream (VSM) information flow activities, develop continuous improvement roadmaps, and implement related action plans.

· Simplify, standardize, and sustain efficient Materials Planning & Scheduling process processes across the Global Repair & Maintenance organization.

· Implement and drive Materials Planning & Scheduling Office Daily Management (ODM) and Lean tools including VSM, 5Why, Standard Work, JDE automation, SIPOC, Process Mapping, Kanban, Visual Management, Hoshin Planning, and PDCA/DMAIC problem-solving cycles.

· Engage employees at all levels, from shop floor to senior management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement through daily management, Gemba walks and Lean Materials Planning & Scheduling process improvement techniques and APICS / CPIM best practices.

· Collaborate with R&M teams, functional leaders, and employees to identify process improvement and waste reduction opportunities, categorizing initiatives as actions, projects, or kaizen events. · Act as a change ambassador, promoting Lean culture, driving operational excellence, and ensuring measurable improvements in process efficiency and productivity. · Provide hands-on support on the shop floor, leading by example to sustain employee engagement in Lean initiatives. · Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong organizational and communication skills.

SAFETY, SECURITY & COMPLIANCE

·        Maintains the highest standards of corporate governance, ensuring that all activities are carried out ethically and in compliance with Company’s Security, Compliance & HSE policies, Management System, relevant laws, regulations, standards, and industry practices and complies with the Company’s Rules to Live By

·        Places Quality, Health & Safety, Security and protection of the Environment as core values while never intentionally placing employees, our processes, customers or the communities in which we live and work at risk

·        Seeks continual improvement in Health, Safety, Security & protection of the Environment, taking into account responsible care, process vulnerabilities, public, customer and employee inputs, knowledge and technology and best business practices to exceed customer expectations

·        Supervisors & Managers should demonstrate effective safety leadership for the health and safety arrangements of all subordinates and for any persons visiting them while on the Company premises

QUALITY

·        Responsible for being familiar with the Company's Quality policies and takes an active role in the compliance and improvement of Weatherford’s Management System

·        Maintains service quality as immediate priorities when working across all areas of the business and continually seeks areas for improvement

OPERATIONS

·        This position manages Lean/Six Sigma projects ensuring timelines, milestones and deadlines are organized, coordinated and met

·        Ensures that the business case for each project is solid and based on appropriate, clear measures and includes clear goals

·        Facilitates transactional process improvements through Lean/Six Sigma methodology focusing on manufacturing and back office

·        Incorporates appropriate change management strategies and tools into project management

·        Trains the workforce as appropriate

·        Facilitates team meetings effectively and productively

·        Uses rigorous data collection and analysis to guide effective team decision-making

·        Scientifically tests solutions then selects and hardwires the best solutions that eliminate waste and improve efficiency and quality/financial results

·        Incorporates a long-term control plan to sustain results

·        Prepares and delivers reports/presentations at key intervals throughout the project

·        Obtains project sponsor approval at each milestone and at project closure/handoff

COMMUNICATION

·        Maintains effective communications with all key stakeholders both internal and where appropriate external

·        Supervisors & Managers should clearly communicate expectations, roles and responsibilities to their reports

FINANCIAL

·        All employees have an accountability to the organization to be financially responsible whether they are in charge of a function budget or simply their own expenses

·        Costs incurred should be within approved budget, processed within agreed time frames & following the relevant financial policy and procedure

PEOPLE & DEVELOPMENT

·        Employees have a responsibility for developing their own careers within the Company including completing all necessary function, compliance & business standards training to enhance their knowledge, skills and experience

·        Employees should engage on a regular basis with their line manager to discuss their personal performance, objectives and opportunities to enhance their skills and experience to support their career potential

·        Supervisors are expected to actively engaging their employees to support talent management through Weatherford’s performance management process, including but not limited to talent assessments, succession planning & regular coaching opportunities

·        Supervisors should collaborate with Human Resources & Training Development to drive strategies for the recruitment & retention of key personal & to foster an environment that supports the attraction & retention of a high performing talented workforce

VISION & LEADERSHIP

·        Demonstrates leadership, ethical behavior and adherence to Weatherford standards at all times

Experience & Education

REQUIRED

· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Distribution, Logistics, Industrial, or Manufacturing required. 

· Minimum 7-10 years of experience in applying Lean in Supply Chain, Logistics, Distribution and Transportation, Manufacturing, Aftermarket, Repair & Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence roles in Oil & Gas or heavy industrial industries 

· Certified Lean Gold and/or Silver Practitioner strongly preferred and/or Six Sigma Black Belt.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

REQUIRED

· Proven experience in Lean tools, systems and principles implementation and improvement in large global organizations.   

· Kaizen event facilitation experience required at all levels of organization 

· Proficiency in JDE/MY ADVISOR/Power BI / MS Office preferred.

Travel Requirement:This role may require domestic and potentially international travel of up to 40%