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Now Hiring: Project Manager – Operational Excellence (12-Month Contract)
Location: Cork, Ireland | Hybrid Role (3+ days onsite/week)
Client: Leading Global Pharmaceutical Company (Innovative Medicines Division)
Are you a passionate change leader who thrives on embedding continuous improvement and driving real impact? Join a globally renowned pharmaceutical site in Cork as a Project Manager where your expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and Operational Excellence will shape the future of healthcare manufacturing.
About the Role
As a key member of the Operational Excellence team, you’ll lead high-impact Lean and Six Sigma programs and serve as a strategic partner to Business Unit leadership. Your mission: implement and sustain JJPS standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
* Act as OE Partner to develop business process standards (Standard Work, 6S, A3 Problem Solving, Value Stream Mapping, etc.)
* Shape and lead change programs across the site using Lean and Six Sigma principles.
* Coach and mentor initiative leads and site teams on JJPS methodology.
* Embed a performance-driven culture through digital tools and engagement strategies.
* Act as the Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) for Lean programs within your BU.
What You Bring
* Strong interpersonal and leadership skills — you’re a natural facilitator and problem solver.
* Proven ability to drive change, independently and collaboratively, in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement across cross-functional teams.
* Hands-on experience leading Lean programs and workshops.
* Passion for high standards, employee engagement, and measurable results.
Qualifications
* Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
* Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification
* Proven track record of delivering high-impact, cross-functional improvement projects
* Expertise with Lean tools and process mapping
What You'll Gain
* Be part of a forward-thinking, innovation-driven team
* Opportunity to work with a top-tier global pharma leader
* Drive meaningful improvements that impact patient outcomes
* Collaborate with 5 other OE experts while owning your BU’s Lean journey
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Contract
Job function
* Job function
Project Management
* Industries
Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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