Manager/ Senior Manager - Lean Master, Industrial Engineering

We are seeking a highly accomplished Manager/Senior Manager - Lean Master, Industrial Engineering to lead the organization's Lean Excellence function and drive enterprise-wide operational transformation. This role is responsible for championing Lean methodologies, digitalization initiatives, AI adoption, capability development, and continuous improvement programs that deliver measurable and sustainable business results.

The successful candidate will serve as a strategic change leader, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to accelerate productivity, optimize operational performance, and foster a culture of operational excellence across the organization.

Your role

Key responsibilities in your new role

• Lead enterprise-wide Lean Excellence and Operational Transformation initiatives to drive productivity, quality, cost, and delivery improvements across manufacturing and business operations.

• Champion Lean Six Sigma methodologies, including Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, waste elimination, and continuous improvement programs to achieve sustainable business results.

• Drive digitalization, automation, and AI adoption to enhance operational efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and organizational competitiveness.

• Develop and implement Industrial Engineering strategies focused on capacity planning, workforce optimization, process efficiency, and resource utilization.

• Lead cross-functional transformation projects and establish governance frameworks to ensure successful execution and value realization.

• Build organizational capability by coaching, mentoring, and developing Lean practitioners through training, certification, and continuous learning programs.

• Partner with executive leadership teams to align operational excellence initiatives with strategic business objectives and long-term growth plans.

• Deliver measurable business impact through cost reduction, productivity improvement, operational efficiency, quality enhancement, and sustainable performance gains.

Your profile

Qualifications and skills to help you succeed

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or related discipline.

• Min 10 years of experience in Lean Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Operational Excellence, or Business Transformation.

• Required Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification and Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt will be a great advantage

• Proven track record in enterprise-wide transformation, digitalization, AI deployment, and continuous improvement leadership.

• Strong people leadership, executive stakeholder management, and change management capabilities.

• Deep expertise in Lean Six Sigma, Operational Excellence, Industry 4.0, Automation, Data Analytics, and AI-enabled solutions.

• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and influencing skills.

• Demonstrated success in delivering sustainable operational and financial results.

• Candidates with strong relevant competencies, leadership potential, and a solid foundation in Lean Transformation and Operational Excellence may be considered for a Manager-level position despite having fewer years of experience.

#WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization. As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener. Are you in?

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