Lead Specialist IV, Process Excellence & Program Management (Lean Six Sigma Certified)

As a Lead Specialist IV, Process Excellence & Program Management (Lean Six Sigma Certified), you will be responsible for leading the design, deployment and sustainment of continuous improvement and innovation programs across the Philippine Head Operations organization. The role serves as a key enabler of operational excellence by strengthening continuous improvement capabilities at the Professional and Manager levels and driving measurable business impact through structured methodologies, AI-augmented problem-solving, coaching, and a strong culture of innovation.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, deployment and sustainment of continuous improvement and innovation programs across the Philippine Head Operations organization; Strengthen continuous improvement capabilities at the Professional and Manager levels; Drive measurable business impact through structured methodologies, AI-augmented problem-solving, coaching, and a strong culture of innovation; Lead and facilitate improvement initiatives using structured methodologies like AI enabled Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and DMAIC frameworks; Define, track, and report program KPIs including cost savings, cycle time reduction, yield improvement, and defect elimination; Champion the integration of AI tools into the standard problem-solving toolkit; Serve as a primary mentor and coach for Professionals and Managers in applying process improvement, problem-solving, and AI tools; Develop and maintain a Process Excellence curriculum; Build influential relationships with senior leaders and communicate program progress to Director and VP-level stakeholders

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, Organizational Development, Statistics or a related field of study; At least 7 years of professional experience in a relevant field; Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is required; Ability to apply AI tools, including generative AI, machine learning, and data analytics, to solve operational and engineering challenges and deliver measurable improvements; Proficiency in Minitab, MS Project, Power BI, or equivalent tools, with familiarity in AI/ML applications and digital ideation and collaboration platforms; Ability to mentor and develop professionals, influence peers, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to drive improvement initiatives; Ability to connect improvement initiatives to business outcomes and anticipate future capability requirements, including opportunities enabled by AI and emerging technologies; Ability to proactively identify, evaluate, and apply AI-enabled solutions, translating new capabilities into practical, site-level business impact; Ability to introduce innovative thinking frameworks and AI-augmented ideation approaches, fostering an environment that encourages creativity, experimentation, and continuous improvement; Ability to critically evaluate AI-generated outputs and ensure appropriate levels of explainability, fairness, accuracy, and compliance with organizational policies and standards; Ability to translate complex data, analytical findings, and AI-generated insights into clear, compelling narratives that build understanding and trust across all organizational levels; Ability to navigate ambiguity and lead individuals and teams through AI adoption, resistance to change, and broader organizational transformation; Open to employment opportunities in Binan City, Laguna, CALABARZON, Philippines; Open to an on-site reporting work arrangement; Open to a dayshift work schedule.

Nice to have

Academic or professional exposure to Lean Management, Six Sigma, Process Excellence, Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, or Innovation Management; Industry exposure in the Electronics or Semiconductor Manufacturing setup; Candidates with demonstrated Black Belt-level project experience

Benefits

Free medical examination