Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Location: Ireland & Germany (30% travel across EU, US, Asia)Are you a Lean and Kaizen expert with a passion for driving operational excellence in highly regulated manufacturing environments? We’re seeking a Business Systems Director to lead transformational change across multiple European sites. What You’ll Do:Champion the Business System across European operations, embedding Lean thinking and continuous improvement.Lead cross-functional teams in developing and executing roadmaps aligned with strategic KPIs.Facilitate impactful Kaizen events, mentor teams at the Gemba, and ensure sustainable results.Drive cultural transformation through innovation, efficiency, and customer-centricity.Collaborate with global teams to benchmark and implement best practices. What We’re Looking For:Deep Lean and Kaizen experience – you can speak to this confidently in your CV and interviews.Background in operational excellence within highly regulated manufacturing or packaging (pharma not essential).Proven ability to influence at all levels and deliver sustainable change.Strong communication, coaching, and leadership skills.Willingness to travel (30%+), primarily across Ireland and Germany. Qualifications:15+ years in manufacturing, engineering, quality, or supply chain.Bachelor’s in Business or Engineering (Master’s preferred).Hands-on experience implementing Lean systems in a leadership role.Fluent in English; additional European languages a plus. Ready to lead transformation at scale?Apply now and help shape the future of operational excellence in life sciences.#LeanLeadership #Kaizen #OperationalExcellence #ManufacturingJobs #ContinuousImprovement #DirectorRole #LifeSciencesCareers #HiringNowWe are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionManufacturing, Project Management, and EngineeringIndustriesPharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology ResearchReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Planet Pharma by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Business Director” roles.Regional Business Manager – On-Trade | Munster RegionDirector, EU Sales & Business DevelopmentDirector of Business Development - CryptoDublin, County Dublin, Ireland 1 week agoBusiness Development Executive Medical DeviceDublin, County Dublin, Ireland 1 month agoKildare, County Kildare, Ireland 1 week agoDublin, County Dublin, Ireland 1 week agoDublin, County Dublin, Ireland 1 month agoEMEA Sales Director, ISV Embedded SolutionsDublin, County Dublin, Ireland 6 days agoWaterford, County Waterford, Ireland 1 week agoGalway, County Galway, Ireland 1 week agoHead of Product Marketing - Europe (EEA)Software Engineering Manager - Sustaining EngineeringDublin, County Dublin, Ireland 2 months agoSenior Director, People Business Partner, Worldwide MarketingDublin, County Dublin, Ireland 2 weeks agoDublin, County Dublin, Ireland 1 week agoPrivate Equity Fund Accounting Manager - RemoteDublin, County Dublin, Ireland 1 week agoDublin, County Dublin, Ireland 5 days agoDublin, County Dublin, Ireland 1 week agoBusiness Development Manager, Surgical RoboticsDublin, County Dublin, Ireland 1 month agoSr. Director Analyst, Enterprise Marketing Leadership and Strategy (Remote-UK, Remote-Ireland)Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland 3 days agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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