Director, Compass Fusion Implementation

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Position Summary

The Compass Fusion Implementation Director is part of a team responsible for integrating and driving transformational initiatives across various functions and departments within the organization. The role focuses on the implementation of transformational initiatives bringing them from the diagnostic and design phase through execution and ensuring sustainable results.

This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to implement plans for opportunities for improvement and prioritize requirements based on strategic objectives.

• Lead work planning focused on the execution and implementation of transformation initiatives.
• Drive to translate transformation design into actionable steps for implementation and lead cross-functional teams in executing against this plan
• Integrate Compass (operational excellence) principles and methodologies across different functions and departments to create a unified approach to transforming the business.
• Oversee the planning, execution and monitoring of multiple projects to ensure on time and on budget delivery.
• Utilize project management tools and techniques to track progress, manage risks, and report on project status.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by promoting Lean, Six Sigma, and other relevant methodologies.
• Lead change management efforts to ensure adoption of transformation initiatives.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of transformation initiatives.
• Provide regular reports and updates to leadership on the progress and outcomes of transformation projects.
• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, department heads, and frontline employees.
• Communicate effectively to ensure alignment and buy-in for Compass initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a combination of consulting, project management, operational excellence, continuous improvement, or related roles.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing operational excellence initiatives in a complex, multi-site organization.
• Familiarity in the areas of digital strategy, operational excellence, and Lean Six Sigma with strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

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On-site Protocol

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Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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