Avantor

Vice President, Operational Excellence

Avantor

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Pennsylvania • United States

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Salary

💰 $221,500 - $373,175 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Lead global Operational Excellence strategy aligned with corporate objectives
  • Influence executive leadership to secure alignment and sponsorship for enterprise-wide initiatives
  • Integrate operational goals with corporate strategy to drive growth, efficiency, and customer satisfaction
  • Deploy Lean, Six Sigma, and PPI methodologies: lead Kaizen events and root cause analysis
  • Standardize best practices across global sites for scalability and consistency
  • Strengthen operational rigor and cross-functional collaboration through Avantor Business System
  • Oversee performance improvement across production, quality, engineering, and supply chain
  • Drive digital transformation and automation for agility and data-driven decisions
  • Ensure compliance with global regulatory standards and GMP requirements
  • Define and monitor KPIs; report progress and recommend strategic adjustments
  • Lead operational reviews aligned with financial and strategic objectives
  • Build and lead a high-performing team; attract and develop diverse talent
  • Foster collaboration across Avantor to deliver value for customers and colleagues

Requirements

  • 20+ years in life sciences, medical devices, or biotech; bioprocessing experience preferred
  • Bachelor’s in Engineering or Life Sciences (Master’s/MBA preferred)
  • Proven expertise in global operational strategy, large-scale transformation, and OpEx leadership
  • Strong ability to influence executive leadership and drive enterprise-level strategies
  • Deep knowledge of GMP, EHSS&S, biologics production, and regulated markets
  • Skilled in Lean, Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred), and digital manufacturing
  • Experience with mergers and acquisitions, integration, and global change management
  • Executive presence with exceptional communication and presentation skills
  • Strong business acumen and ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex environments
Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Wellness programs
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Employee stock purchase program
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 18 PTO days annually
  • Volunteer time off
  • 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
LeanSix SigmaPPI methodologiesKaizenroot cause analysisdigital transformationautomationKPI monitoringperformance improvementbioprocessing
Soft Skills
influence executive leadershipcross-functional collaborationteam leadershipcommunication skillspresentation skillsbusiness acumenstrategic adjustmentscollaborationtalent developmentoperational rigor
Certifications
Six Sigma Black Belt