20 Contract Excellence jobs in Ireland

**About Abbott**
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott in Ireland**
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
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**Purpose Statement**
Manages activities and allocates resources within the business excellence area, to ensure complete business excellence support is provided to the site to meet strategic and department goals. Develops, communicates and implements a strategy for business excellence (Lean, 6 sigma and Class A) and measures this through the AVOS system. Fosters a culture of business excellence throughout the organisation, where lean is our way of working, six sigma is our problem solving tool, and we are a Class A leading site. Ensure financial / cost improvement projects (CIP) goals are met through continuous improvement activities. Develops & implements digital lean strategy improvements across the business to drive key efficiencies.
**Key Responsibilities**
1. Recruits, coaches and develops organisational talent.
2. Fosters a diverse workplace that enables all participants to contribute to their full potential in pursuit of organisational objectives.
3. Keeps the organizations vision and values at the forefront of decision making and action.
4. Demonstrates effective change leadership.
5. Builds strategic partnerships to further departmental and organisational objectives.
6. Develops and executes organizational and operational policies that affect one or more groups by utilising technical/professional knowledge and skills.
7. Monitors compliance with company policies and procedures (for example (e.g.) compliance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA), British Standards Institution (BSI), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, etcetera (etc.)).
8. Makes decisions regarding work processes or operational plans and schedules in order to achieve department objectives.
9. Develops, monitors and appropriately adjusts the annual budget for department(s).
10. Develops strategy, approach, content and structure of business excellence roadmap, and ensures execution of same. Incorporate lean and six sigma applications into business excellence approach.
11. Develops and co-ordinates execution of detailed implementation plans for all levels of the organisation, including monthly milestone reporting.
12. Provides leadership and direction to site for all business excellence activities.
13. Provides organisational readiness / change agent support for the site.
14. Provides forum for internal & external benchmarking to ensure best practices in business excellence.
15. Facilitates strategic planning process, including regular review of performance against this plan.
16. Develops a digital lean strategy to create efficiencies across the business and fosters new ways of working & managing the business.
17. Liaise & benchmark with internal (Abbott Divisions) and external
stakeholders.
**Education & Job Skills**
1. (Experience/Education) National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) level 7 qualification in a relevant discipline. 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
2. (Technical/Business Knowledge (Job Skills)) Provides direction and monitors progress of exempt specialists and/or supervisory staff toward departmental goals; monitors costs of projects and of human and material resources within a department or unit; monitors company-wide indicators such as market share and profitability; monitors external environment in area of technical or professional responsibility. Will perform this job in a quality system environment. Failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations.
3. (Cognitive Skills) Develops and/or identifies new work processes and the improved utilisation of human and material resources within the assigned or related functions or groups; facilitates others' participation in the continuous improvement programme; investigates and solves problems that impact work processes and personnel within or across units or departments; develops and communicates a vision for the organisational unit assigned.
4. (Influence/Leadership) Develops, communicates, and builds consensus for operating goals that are in alignment with the division. Provides leadership to assigned staff and supervisors by communicating and providing guidance towards achieving department objectives.
5. (Planning/Organisation) Creates immediate to long-range plans to carry out objectives established by top management; develops and calculates a budget for a department or group to meet organisational goals; forecasts future departmental needs including human and material resources and capital expenditures; recommends or modifies the structure of organisational units or a centralised functional activity subject to senior management approval.
6. (Decision Making/Impact) Assignments are expressed in the form of objectives; makes decisions regarding work processes or operational plans and schedules in order to achieve the programme objectives established by senior management; consequences of erroneous decisions or recommendations would normally include critical delays and modifications to projects or operations with substantial expenditure of time, human resources, and funds, and may jeopardise future business activity.
7. (Supervision Received) Work is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long-term perspective, for desired results.
8. (Supervision Provided) Provides direction and guidance to exempt specialist and/or supervisory personnel who exercise significant latitude and independence in their assignments; evaluates performance of and assists in career development planning for subordinates; often responsible for a centralised staff or professional function of the company.
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Who We Are BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities. Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best - people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems - and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we've produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options. About Technical Operations BioMarin's Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin's cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION The Director of Launch Excellence is a new role in the Product Supply Chain Management organization. Director, Launch Excellence will ensure enterprise governance and frameworks for new product launches and artwork and labelling are implemented with quality and timeliness to elevate BioMarin's launch discipline. Reporting to the Executive Director, Product Supply Chain Management, the Director, Launch Excellence will partner closely with Product Teams and cross-functional launch teams to develop launch disciplines and establish consistent tools, processes, and KPI dashboards, ensuring launch excellence against specific business deliverables. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and team development skills, a deep understanding of Product Launch (New Product Introduction), Project Management and Artwork & Labelling with demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Note that individual responsibilities may include all or part of responsibilities defined below depending on individual experience and abilities and may change to best support on-going business needs. RESPONSIBILITIESMange team to drive launch processes, disciplines, and toolkits including blueprints, frameworks, archetypes, playbooks, governance models that are standardized and utilizes across all products and launch teams. Create communities of practice across for upcoming launches to be able to gather, aggregate and share best practices and cross-functional perspectives across teams, ensuring that teams are building on launch and artwork and labelling learnings across the organization Manage a consistent and robust product launch process and governance as a 'control tower' structure to provide oversight and to ensure consistency of tracking and incorporating disciplines across launches Work with internal launch stakeholders to ensure launch process management and successful completion of launch readiness tasks (standardized approach across business units - including Blueprint / Playbook, Governance, and Dashboards /KPIs. Work with cross-functional team to understand the impact of changing regulations, product requirements and new market entry regarding artwork and labelling. Coordinate Launch Readiness Review Assessments across launch brands to ensure strategic and tactical plans are reviewed and aligned with CtF (commit to file) and CtL (commit to launch) dates with BU and TOPs leadership Establish reporting dashboards to manage reporting of key metrics and KPIs including leading and lagging indicators to ensure launch success, providing mechanism for teams to share critical updates. Leading overall business planning working with the Product Teams, Commercial / Country leaders, Planning & Logistics as well as cross-functionally to ensure that strategic planning & financial-planning deliverables are created at a high-level and in a timely manner Designs and establishes new processes, as required, for new modalities and emerging technologies that warrant deviation / modification of standard processes. Create and manage change control packages in product life cycle management system, ensure documentation is accurate and appropriate. Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a matrix team of TOPS professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant TOPS and Regulatory policies and processes. Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate and consistently communicate with key stakeholders, including BU leadership, TOPS product teams and leadership. Technology Utilization: Leverage appropriate technology and systems to streamline processes and improve data accuracy to support Product Launch Dashboards. Change Leadership:As a member of the Product Supply Chain Team(s) support and drive the change management requirements through communication internally and externally, developing the vision for Launch Excellence and broader PSCM and GSC organization and empowering team members to make effective decisions. SCOPEThis role is responsible for supporting the on-time Launch and availability of products and artwork and labelling in marketin compliance with applicable regulations. Decisions made in this role are of critical nature in mitigating risks for the business while ensuring BioMarin's commercial products are delivered to patients in a timely and compliant manner. The candidate should demonstrate the following attributes: A firm commitment to BioMarin's cultural beliefs and values Consistent track record of exceeding objectives within area of influence Ability to multitask effectively within a highly dynamic environment Ability to achieve results through others without direct reporting lines Strong problem-solving skills with a global focus both internally and externally Possess a high level of accountability and demonstrate an ability to be a change agent in a highly regulated industry Flexibility and ability to deal with changing priorities without losing sight of the overall business, product and market needs Strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills working with all levels and within an environment of constant change Proactive and energetic outlook with an unwillingness to accept the status quo Interaction and collaboration with team members, peers and senior management Ability to work independently with strong time management skills Ability to operate globally, across different time-zones, work with global and regional functions. EDUCATIONBachelor's degree in Life Science, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Preferred: MBA in supply chain management, finance or business operations EXPERIENCEMinimum 10 years of experience in Supply Chain Product Launch or related discipline. Experience developing and operationalizing processes, systems and plans for New Product Launches inclusive of Artwork and Labelling. Strong leadership and management skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Lean-DMAIC expertise, preferably Green Belt Certified or higher Project management certification, PMP or equivalent (preferred). Strong regulatory and GMP acumen Detail-oriented, analytical thinker, problem-solver, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to lead change initiatives and drive improvements within and across functions which enable compliance and mitigate risk Ability to effectively work autonomously and independently Proficiency in Microsoft applications and understanding of Office Timeline, MS Project / Project Online, MS Teams, MS PowerBI, SAP, or like technologies CONTACTSTOPS and PSCT product teams, GSC Planning, Site SC and Operations, Regulatory (CMC, Labeling & International / EU), Commercial Ops., Master Data team, Logistics, Artwork / Packaging Operations, Quality SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITYManage a direct team of 3 - 5 professionals responsible for Product Launches and Artwork & Labelling across BioMarin portfolio of products. Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.

Operational Excellence Manager (Manufacturing / Production) Tipperary Reporting to: Director of Production This job will suit a forward-thinking leader and experienced people manager to drive operational and digital transformation within manufacturing operations. This person will lead a team of 20 skilled engineers and technicians, shaping the companys strategy and delivering measurable impact through innovation, AI, and Lean Six Sigma excellence. Responsibilities Lead and motivate a cross-functional team to deliver performance excellence and long-term business improvements. Responsible for leading large-scale strategic plant level projects. Influence the adaption of DMAIC Methodology to drive business results through the adaption of digital solutions to drive Value Improvement Process (VIP) in functional areas through LBP. Responsible for driving efficiency, OH and VIP savings within the current manufacturing process to support the site P&L using Line blow ups and kaizen events. Drive digital transformation with manufacturing operations, spearheading AI-driven innovation and advanced analytics to optimise manufacturing and business processes. Influence and collaborate across all levels of the organisation to shape site strategy and deliver high-value improvement projects. Champion Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to achieve operational efficiency, cost savings, and world-class quality. Create a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and inclusion, while developing and retaining top talent. Requirements Proven track record in senior leadership with strong people management and influencing skills. Hands-on experience delivering innovation through AI and leading digital transformation initiatives. Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence in a manufacturing environment. Ability to inspire change, engage stakeholders, and deliver results at pace. Please contact me for a confidential discussion or to discuss further. Deirdre Sheehan Skills: Operations Management Manufacturing Benefits: Mobile phone Paid Holidays Canteen Parking VHI Share options Pension

**Operational Excellence Area Lead**
+ _Location Waterford_
**About Waterford**
For more than 20 years, our Waterford team has continued to grow and diversify to serve patients around the world. Today, a team of almost 800 work together at a state-of-the-art biopharmaceutical and medical device campus. Recognised through multiple local and national awards, Sanofi Waterford offers flexible working and access to a world of opportunities to grow your career at one location. As well as attractive benefits, the team enjoy access to an onsite gym and medical centre that underpin a strong commitment to health and wellbeing.
As Project Portfolio Lead you will be responsible for:
**Main responsibilities:**
+ Drive performance & transformation initiatives leveraging SMS and Lean tools to meet the needs of the site and transform ways of working.
+ Support execution of performance initiatives including the Continuous Improvement project portfolio defined for this area, deployment of operating standards as codified in the respective ecosystems.
+ Plan and lead workshops to identify non-value-added work and identify areas for streamlining and improvement to identify and propose the correct tools to be implemented.
+ Lead problem-solving sessions, leveraging existing SMS tools (GPS3).
+ Design, develop, and maintain site dashboards and visual management tools to monitor KPIs and site metrics.
+ Conduct data analyses to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies especially to support continuous improvement projects.
+ Operational Excellence method and training referent for his/her area and supporting M&S network (e.g. Maturity Assessment execution, SMS Trainer.).
**About you:**
+ Experience: Implementing Lean tools and methodology. Organizing and leading workshops. 2-5 years' experience working in a cGMP environment Preferably Operations or Engineering.
+ Soft skills: Influencing, Detail Oriented, Self-Starter, Strong Communication and presentation Skills.
+ Technical skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, Lean Six Sigma.
+ Education: BS/BA in Business, Engineering or other technical degrees. Lean Qualification advantageous.
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**Pursue** **_progress_** **, discover** **_extraordinary_**
Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn't happen without people - people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let's be those people.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.
Watch our ALL IN video ( and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com ( !
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Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok ( .
Job Description
Title: Business Excellence Site Head
At our AbbVie Manorhamilton Road site in Sligo innovation is at the heart of everything we do. The Business Excellence Site Head position is pivotal in executing the overall Business & Operational Excellence strategy for the site, encompassing PMO (Project Management Office) and Operational Excellence (OpEx). In this role you will collaborate with all departments to spearhead new and innovative processes that drive cost improvements and process optimization, aligning efforts with AbbVie's global standards.
This is a key position for our site and will give you the opportunity to influence the site's growth and strategy as well as making an impact across multiple teams within the operation. You will be part of the SLT and have a dedicated team of Op Ex and PMO professionals reporting into the role.
The site is situated in the beautiful surrounds of Sligo and can offer you a defined career path, comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment that promotes a positive work life balance.
If you are interested in starting a conversation with AbbVie MHR Sligo then read on for more information and start your application today!
Responsibilities:
+ Leadership: Lead the OpEx and PMO teams, providing strategic direction and oversight.
+ Project Management: Execute key strategic projects on-site, manage the overall project portfolio, and ensure alignment with business goals and priorities.
+ Compliance: Ensure the department's adherence to regulatory, safety, and environmental compliance, conforming to AbbVie Global policies.
+ Goal Setting: Collaborate with the Site Director to set departmental goals, schedules, and timetables.
+ Performance Metrics: Control and report critical performance metrics and oversee departmental budgets.
+ Team Leadership and Development: Leading program and project managers to maximize personnel potential through career development planning and foster a culture of open communication and teamwork.
+ Strategic Partnerships: Build and maintain strategic partnerships with internal and external executive-level management, regulatory agencies, vendors, and suppliers.
+ Continuous Improvement: Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement in business processes and personnel development.
+ Tools Implementation: Support the implementation of Business Excellence tools to drive ongoing improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
Education and Experience Required:
+ A bachelor's degree in a relevant Science, Engineering, or Business Discipline.
+ 10 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing industry, with managerial experience and experience in executing strategic business projects.
+ In-depth knowledge of Manufacturing, Supply Chain, R&D, S&T, and CMO organizations.
+ 5 years of demonstrated project management skills, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and meet defined quality standards.
+ Over 2 years of direct people management experience at a management level.
AbbVie is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop innovative solutions for patients and being part of an inclusive work environment.
Additional Information
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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**About Abbott**
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott in Ireland**
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
**Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny**
Abbott Diabetes Care has opened a new site, in Kilkenny, that is at the forefront of Diabetes care with the latest technology, to manufacture FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre systems.
**Main Purpose of the role**
In this role you will be as part of the Business Excellence team. As an Operational Excellence & Lean Specialist, you will play a key role in driving continuous improvement initiatives across the Kilkenny site. This role is ideal for a results-driven professional with a passion for Lean methodologies, cross-functional collaboration, and delivering measurable business impact.
**_Main Responsibilities_**
+ Lead and support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
+ Facilitate workshops and Kaizen events to identify and implement process improvements.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects aligned with strategic goals.
+ Apply Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies to drive efficiency and eliminate waste.
+ Track and report on project outcomes, ensuring delivery of tangible business benefits.
+ Support the development and deployment of standard work and best practices.
+ Promote a culture of continuous improvement through coaching and training.
**QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**
+ Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, or related field.
+ Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification required; Black Belt desirable.
+ Proven experience in leading or supporting cross-functional project teams.
+ Demonstrated success in project delivery with measurable benefits.
+ Strong analytical, facilitation, and communication skills.
+ Experience in a regulated manufacturing or healthcare environment is a plus.
+ Proven experience in leading or supporting cross-functional project teams.
+ Demonstrated success in project delivery with measurable benefits.
+ Strong analytical, facilitation, and communication skills.
+ Experience in a regulated manufacturing or healthcare environment is a plus.
**What we Offer**
Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as
+ Family health insurance,
+ Excellent pension scheme
+ Life assurance
+ Career Development
+ Fantastic new facility
+ Growing business plus access to many more benefits.
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Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email

Summary: Our client is abiopharmaceutical company based in East Cork seeking a highly motivated and experienced Operational Excellence Specialistto lead and embed Lean methodologies across our pharmaceutical manufacturing site. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of operations experience, with a strong background in designing, deploying, and sustaining Lean tools production systems. This role requires a hands-on leader with a passion for coaching people leaders and driving a culture of continuous improvement. Responsibilities: Lead CI initiatives across the site to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Design and deploy Lean tools tailored to pharmaceutical operations. Coach and mentor people to build lean leadership, CI capability and sustain improvements. Facilitate workshops and training sessions on Lean tools and methodologies. Drive structured problem solving and root cause analysis across departments. Lead and support Kaizen events and improvement projects. Develop and maintain visual management systems and standards. Map and analyze value streams to identify waste and improvement opportunities. Promote and sustain 5S, SMED, LSW (Leader Standard Work), and other Lean tools. Qualifications & Experience: Minimum degree in relevant discipline such as Operations Management, Business Administrations, Manufacturing Engineering. 5+ years in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing operations. Lean Six Sigma certification (Black Belt or higher). Experience in regulated environments (e.g., GMP, FDA). Strong analytical and project management skills. Proven experience in Lean system design and deployment. Strong facilitation, OE training and coaching skills with people leaders and all levels of the organisation. Expertise in Lean tools: 5S SMED Kaizen Structured Problem Solving (e.g., DMAIC, A3) Leader Standard Work (LSW) Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Process Mapping Waste elimination Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive change.

Job Title:Operations Excellence Manager IRL Location:Castlebar/Drogheda Reporting To:Operations Lead IRL . Key Responsibilities: Process Improvement:Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality. Methodology Application:Utilize methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement techniques. Data Analysis:Analyze data to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement. Stakeholder Engagement:Collaborate with cross-functional teams, leaders, and other stakeholders to implement successful changes and drive results. Training and Development:Develop and deliver training on new processes and methodologies to ensure adoption and sustainability. Performance Monitoring:Monitor and report on the performance of implemented changes and continuously improve processes based on data and feedback. Change Management:Facilitate change management processes to ensure successful implementation of new processes and systems. Hoshin/Strategy Deployment: Be able to facilitate top-down initiatives into defined projects across plant footprint, be able to train Plant Managers and CI Managers to cascade into their sites. Maintaining overall program, report writing and project tracking. Skills & Knowledge: Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies, as well as strong analytical, communication, and project management skills. Driving the right behaviours through a systematic approach setting our teams up for success. Education: A bachelors or masters degree in engineering, Operations Management, Business or a related field. Experience: Proven track record within Operational Excellence/Continuous Improvement role. Experience of leading/supporting PDCA, DMAIC Problem Solving, Project Management and facilitation of kaizen events. Multi-Color Corporation, Breaffy Road Business Park, Breaffy Road, Castlebar, Co. Mayo F23 CP49

**Summary:**
Scaled Operations is the organisation responsible for managing all outsourced vendor operations that support Meta's Global Operations division. The Scaled Ops Excellence team within Scaled Operations is responsible for managing internal critical business functions, establishing and maintaining effective governance structures and providing comprehensive program management support. The Scaled Ops Excellence team is seeking an experienced program manager to handle complex, global initiatives aligned with and driven out of the Scaled Ops organisation and to help evolve existing vendor risk, compliance audit and vendor security protocols. The successful candidate will enjoy and thrive in working in a fast-paced environment and effectively build structure and inculcate the same within their team of experienced program managers.
**Required Skills:**
Risk Program Manager, Ops Excellence Responsibilities:
1. Maintain an in-depth understanding of the contractual agreement and the regulatory landscape impacting Meta and vendor ecosystem risk domains. Remain current with emerging industry trends and regulatory sentiments, as well as understanding the impact of laws and regulations on Meta's vendor operations
2. Recommend and implement changes in standards and/or procedures as needed to drive greater alignment with the Company's Risk & Compliance strategy and continuous risk management practice maturity
3. Support the Meta Global Operations 3rd party audits program including external provider during annual vendor audits (Partner compliance program)
4. Run 3rd party security assessments, ensuring alignment with internal security standard and operational risk
5. Support the vendor security program on an ongoing basis and ensure coordinated approach with Information Security audit approach steered with the team
6. Works well with data & can extract key compliance findings to provide critical vendor risk insights for compliance and security reports. Make recommendations to improve processes, lessen risks to the business, and improve future audit results
7. Work closely with cross-functional teams, business units and stakeholders to understand their requirements and ensure programmatic solutions align with their needs. Collaborate to develop consensus on program requirements and facilitate their implementation
8. Lead collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop risk management strategies across vendor compliance & security programs. Working with legal, sourcing, and security partners to identify and socialize existing & emerging regulations impacting Scaled Operations
9. Continuously assess and improve the effectiveness of risk processes, methodologies and tools
10. Capacity for approximately 20% international travel as needed
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
11. 8+ years of experience in strategy, project management, risk, compliance and audit experience in consulting, strategy, vendor operations or equivalent program management experience
12. Demonstrable experience of interpersonal and collaboration skills with individuals at all levels. Experience building relationships, influencing stakeholders, and working effectively within cross-functional teams
13. Knowledge of risk and control frameworks
14. Significant experience in outsourced vendor operations and/or program management leadership
15. Experience working with wide-ranging internal and external stakeholders at various levels across multiple geographic regions
16. Effective analytical skills and data orientation with experience in solving ambiguous problems using data and providing practical business insights
17. Experience managing multiple projects of increasing dependencies in an ambiguous or high impact area
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
18. Security management certification (e.g. Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Certified Information Systems Auditor)
19. Practical experience with Intelligent Automation, Robotic Process Automation, or other relevant technologies.
20. Proficiency in applying various process improvement methodologies / frameworks to identify and resolve process issues, with proven outcomes.
21. Certification in process improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen.
22. Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, project management or a related field
23. Familiarity with the technology industry including content moderation, Trust & Safety operations
**Industry:** Internet