Site GPS Lead

Job title:

Site GPS Lead

Company:

GlaxoSmithKline

Job description

Job purpose:As part of the Site Leadership Team (LT), the Site GPS Leadsupports the business strategy and site objectives by improving process efficiency within the site by embedding the GlaxoSmithKline Production System (GPS)leads and coordinates strategic performance management and organises appropriate governance to monitor delivery of transversal and local plansleads the GPS culture acceleration, creating new best-known methods for GPS and coaching the LT to succeed in culture change and strategic objectives achievement via GPSwill use digital levers to generate practical, creative and sustainable alternatives to support process simplification, value creation and continuous improvementis a recognised expert in the Lean-Six Sigma methodology and is accountable for increasing capabilities in the Belgium sitewill collaborate with GPS leaders across Global Supply Chain (GSC) business to ensure best practices are shared and adopted.Your responsibilities:Strategy deploymentCoach the Site LT on the process to ensure aligned & effective strategy deployment and Belgium site wide engagementSupport the Site LT and Managers with the definition (e.g. business case, scope, phasing, approach, etc.) and prioritisation of programs and projects in line with the strategy and deployed goals and objectivesEnsure efficient and effective governance, monitoring and reporting of the Master Plan and the Program & Project Portfolio by (i) implementing a supporting ‘data collection’ process that ensures correct, complete and up-to-date information, (ii) building and maintaining a site Control Room and (iii) preparing and facilitating the monthly Performance Review Meeting and Project Review BoardContinuous ImprovementAs subject matter expert in GPS, support the site with the identification and implementation of improvement initiatives, both with financial and non-financial targetsCollaborate with process owners across the site to embed GPS in these processes to maximise effectiveness and efficiency in Safety, Quality, Supply, Cost, People & InnovationLead and facilitate Kaizen Events & Problem-Solving Sessions (PSS & DMAIC)GPS capabilities developmentDefine, build and maintain the required Lean and Six Sigma capabilitiesEnsure appropriate coaching and mentoring of line managers and experts during the execution of projectsLead the team of GPS ‘Practitioners’ and build capabilities within the teamDevelop a community of orange & green belt certified peopleEnsure GPS is part of development plans of leadersGPS CultureLead the GPS transformation and acceleration across departments, teams and production areas, implementing new best-known methods for GPS and coaching site LT and all direct reports to realise the cultural change through GPSEnsure effective governance exists to track GPS deployment and site maturity. Deploy the self-assessment program and GPS maturity matrixCoach teams to develop and maintain continuous improvement mindsetGPS networkBe an active member of the global GPS network, including regular performance reporting and sharing of best practicesActively connect with the CI Global Team to develop, adopt and share best practices.Additional information:Reporting line: Vice President, Belgium OperationsNumber of positions available: 1People management: 5-10 direct reports / 60-70 indirect reportsPrimary location: Wavre, BelgiumApplication closing date: Friday November 8th 2024 EOBWhy You?Basic Qualifications:We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:Master’s degree level with minimum 10 years of work experienceMinimum 5 years’ experience in a Lean / 6 Sigma similar role or in a Manufacturing / Technical management role covering a wide range of activities and operations such as Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Safety, etc.Demonstrated leadership of improvement initiatives and / or cultural change year on year resulting in both financial and non-financial benefit and behavioural changeLean Six Sigma – Continuous ImprovementOperational LeadershipProven excellence at influencing at all levels in the organisationAnalytical skills and learning agilityCommunication and facilitation skills

Fluency in French (spoken and written) with a good command of English.Preferred Qualifications:If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:Demonstrated Lean Six Sigma skills in past projectsGreen Belt Certification desiredSolid understanding of supply chain processes and interfaces in a bio-pharma environmentAbility to work in a complex cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environmentLeadership and ability to lead and drive change, matrix leadershipDeveloping and managing teams and driving resultsAbility to lead others through changeAbility to simplify complex processes, applying innovative thinkingDemonstrated business acumenStrong analytical skills and the ability to manage execution tacticallySense of urgency, flexibility and accountability.Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert.When applying for this role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.#LI-GSKIf you have a disability and require assistance during the course of the selection process, you will have the opportunity to let us know what specific assistance you require in order to make suitable arrangements.Why GSK?Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.Important notice to Employment businesses/ AgenciesGSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK’s commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.

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Location

Wavre, Brabant Wallon

Job date

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 23:17:29 GMT

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