Continuous Improvement (ABM) and Supply Chain Leader

Job Description

Major Duties :

The Continuous Improvement and Supply Chain Leader will spearhead initiatives that enhance our operational efficiency, and optimize our supply chain strategy.

The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to implementing process improvements, driving change within the organization, and ensuring a robust and efficient supply chain.

Key Responsibilities :

• Drive ever-improving results by leveraging ATS Business Model (ABM) tools, consulting skills, and change management process.
• Assist ATS leadership in the development and execution of an ABM roadmap at ATS and act as Champion with ATS Industrial Automation 0
• Directly provide formal and informal ABM training and coaching
• Promote and facilitate development in various ABM tools, transactional improvements, and kaizen leadership
• Drive ABM culture and build ABM excellence within the organization.
• Benchmark and incorporate best practices within ATS and outside organizations
• Assist in establishing and achieving the Goal Deployment and Strategic Plan objectives.
• Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies to analyze current processes and identify areas for enhancement.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external partners, vendors, and industry experts to stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices.
• Evaluate and appoint a Global ATS Supply Chain Leader who would be specifically driving the Supply Chain objectives
• Establish and maintain relationships with strategic third-party suppliers that result in the development of next-generation tools and products that will enable ATS to deliver to its customers.
• Through the new Global IA Supply Chain Leader develop and implement supply chain strategies that ensure the efficient and cost-effective flow of materials, products, and information.
• Monitor supply chain performance metrics and implement improvements to enhance reliability and responsiveness.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure continuity of supply and achieve best in class performance.
• Leverage technology and data analytics to drive supply chain innovation and efficiency.

Additional Information

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma or equivalent experience in continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven track record of leading successful improvement initiatives in a manufacturing or service environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive projects from conception to completion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working collaboratively with all levels of the organization.
• Innovative thinker with a passion for excellence and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world.

At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions.

At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do matters - both to our customers and to their customers. With 600 skilled employees around the world, we design, build and service mission-critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation.

Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget. Combined with our broad product portfolio, financial strength and global presence, we provide our customers with the best automation solutions wherever and whenever they need them.

Join our ATS Industrial Automation Team because :

• We VALUE our People : The foundation of a great company is having the best team which is why we continuously work to develop, engage, empower, and energize our people.
• We’ve got GREAT Work Perks : We provide a variety of perks to our employees. Make sure you ask more about our flexible work schedules, employee events, free coffee beverages, employee referral program and safety shoe programs.
• We offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards : Competitive starting salaries, overtime pay eligibility, paid vacation, company paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance, comprehensive health benefits, 401K matching program, Employee Incentive Bonus program and optional Employee Share Purchase Program.
• We support internal GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT : ATS Automation offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development, including tuition reimbursement programs and our commitment to promoting from within.
6 days ago