The Puerto Rico Site Operational Excellence Leader (SOEL) is responsible to facilitate and lead the implementation of lean-driven Operational Excellence strategies, programs framework and initiatives developed by the CPS Global Transformation team in partnership with the CPSNA OE Manager to build OE culture including mindsets and behaviors in the site. Lead and executing productivity improvement opportunities and value creation initiatives in the site. Lead capability development and certification programs in Puerto Rico plant to develop and train all levels of associates in the use of OE and 6 Sigma, processes, tools, and methodologies. Works closely with the ABBP SOEL as well with the other functions in the PR site. **What you'll do for us:** + Serve as a member of the Operational Excellence CPS NA team and key player to drive the transformation of the new organization as well as the team's engagement. + Promotes and supports an effective development of organizational capabilities as part of CPS NA BP objectives focusing on PR site. + Conduct Voice of the Customer (internal and external) analysis, focus group discussions, structured interviews, and research to identify potential areas for improvement in execute and support the strategies agreed for PR site. + Implement a robust CPS NA assessment plan to bring all functions in the plant to the required OE maturity levels. + Ensure discipline in the application of OE systems, tools, and techniques for continuous improvement in PR site. + Communicate, and implement OE strategies, routines, and programs, including the development of the continuous improvement standards, infrastructure, recognition program to build value creation culture and PMO process. + Coach and train PR site associates at all levels on OE principles, systems, tools and methodologies. This also includes 6 Sigma systems and tools. + Identify and develop PR site OE change agents. + Monitor the metrics and trends for PR site to ensure Operational Excellence efforts deliver significant value and productivity improvements in a sustainable manner. Supervisory Responsibilities and Organization Impact/Influence + Individual Contributor + Influence role within PR site in partnership with the ABBP SOEL **Qualification and Requirements:** + Minimum 3 years in the position or similar function as: + Lean/Operational Excellence + Project Management (in multi-cultural setting preferred) + Proven Lean/OE project implementation leadership. + Proven track record in managing and developing people and delivering results Education + Industrial, Production, Chemistry Engineer, of Foods, or similar graduation. Specialization in Lean Manufacturing/Sig sigma/Black-belt and Desirable MBA Languages + Fluent English and Spanish Technical skills and certification + Six sigma certification - desirable + Strong Lean-driven Operational Excellence knowledge with proven practical experience in the use and application of lean principles and tools + Proven Project Management capabilities + Excellent Communication and Presentation Skills + Manufacturing Functional knowledge + Finance Skills + Technically-savvy with good working knowledge of the Company, computer applications and information systems. + SAP knowledge Fundamental/ Personal Skills + Thrive in Ambiguity: Embrace uncertainty as an opportunity for growth. + People and Customer oriented. + Strong Changes Management skills. + Structured Problem Solving. + Adjustment /Flexibility. + Assertive Communication in all levels or the organization + Team Leadership + Influence + Innovation. + Self-Development. + Negotiation. **What we'll do for you:** + Purpose: Empowering you to protect the environment and the communities we serve while delivering high-quality products. + Global Connections: Enabling you to develop, improve, and maintain global connections that help us move faster and learn from each other. + Community of Belonging: Creating a workplace where you feel safe, valued, and empowered to bring your best self to work. + We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. **Skills:** Leadership; Operational Excellence; organization; Continual Improvement Process; Taking Initiative Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:15 Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.