Business Process Improvement Manager – Operational Excellence

Medtronic

Business Process Improvement Manager overseeing lean transformation and operational excellence at Medtronic. Collaborating with teams to implement sustainable process improvements and achieve key performance metrics.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $113,600 - $170,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence, with a strong focus on process improvement, data analytics, and cross-functional project leadership. Proven ability to drive measurable improvements in productivity, quality, and cost in highly regulated industries.

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Lean Manufacturing ImplementationSix Sigma CertificationData Analytics ProficiencyProcess Improvement LeadershipChange Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Process ImprovementData AnalysisCost/Benefit AnalysisPerformance MeasurementRoot Cause Analysis

Soft Skills

Presentation SkillsFacilitation SkillsMentoringAdaptabilityCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Power BITableauMinitab

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean CertificationSix Sigma Black BeltChange Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Operational ExcellenceProcess TransformationHighly Regulated IndustriesDigital TransformationIndustry 4.0

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Tableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plans, performs and implements process improvement initiatives (such as Lean or Six Sigma).
Diagrams and evaluates existing processes.
Organizes, leads and facilitates cross-functional project teams.
Develops metrics that provide data for process measurement, identifying indicators for future improvement opportunities.
Collects data to identify root cause of problems.
Measures performance against process requirements.
Aligns improvement to performance shortfalls.
Provides consultation on the use of re-engineering techniques to improve process performance and product quality.
May deliver presentations and training courses including measurement, analysis, improvement and control.
Surveys and analyzes best practices for techniques and processes.
Communicates team progress.
Performs cost and benefit analyses.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR An advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years prior relevant experience
3+ years of dedicated Lean Manufacturing or Operational Excellence (OpEx) implementation experience, driving measurable improvements in productivity, quality, cost, and delivery
Experience leading transactional and business process improvement initiatives across functions such as distribution centers, supply chain, quality, finance, operations, HR, or shared services
Advanced Lean or Six Sigma certification (e.g., Black Belt, Master Black Belt)
Previous consulting experience in operational excellence or process transformation
Demonstrated success leading projects in highly regulated industries (e.g., medical device, pharma, aerospace, automotive)
Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Minitab)
Change management certification or significant experience with organizational change initiatives
Strong presentation and facilitation skills for executive and frontline audiences
Experience developing and delivering training for Lean, Six Sigma, or process improvement methodologies
Multilingual abilities, especially Spanish, due to international travel and cross-border collaboration
Familiarity with digital transformation, Industry 4.0, or advanced manufacturing technologies
Track record of mentoring or coaching other process improvement professionals
Experience with succession planning and talent development
Strong financial acumen, including cost/benefit analysis and budget management
High adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)