29 Operational Excellence jobs in Ireland

Operational Excellence Lead

Wicklow, Leinster Takeda Pharmaceuticals

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**Job Description**
**Operational Excellence Lead**
As Operational Excellence Manager at Takeda's Bray site, you will play a key role in driving a culture of continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations. You will lead the site's Lean strategy and Agile Operating System (AOS) roadmap, coach cross-functional teams, and implement impactful process improvements. Working closely with Quality, Production, and Digital teams, you will help streamline operations, increase efficiency, and ensure sustainable performance improvements - all while upholding Takeda's high standards for safety, quality, and compliance.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Drive the site's Operational Excellence (OE) strategy and AOS (Agile Operating System) roadmap.
+ Lead Lean and Six Sigma (Green Belt level) initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and cost performance.
+ Facilitate workshops (e.g. Kaizen events, value stream mapping, root cause analysis) to identify and implement improvement opportunities.
+ Coach and develop site teams in Lean methodologies, structured problem-solving, and continuous improvement practices.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional partners including Quality, Production, Engineering, and Digital (DD&T) to ensure alignment and integration of improvement initiatives.
+ Support digital transformation by identifying automation opportunities and data-driven process optimization.
+ Oversee the Six Sigma program, including mentoring Yellow/Green Belts and certifying Yellow Belt candidates.
+ Monitor and report performance metrics (KPIs), identify gaps, and lead corrective actions.
+ Apply Organizational Change Management (OCM) principles (e3+) to drive successful implementation of improvement projects.
+ Support strategic programs like Business Process of the Future and Factory of the Future.
+ Ensure all initiatives are aligned with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
**Skills & Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree in a technical or scientific discipline; a master's degree (MBA or M.Sc.) is a plus.
+ 5-8 years of experience in manufacturing or operations with a focus on Lean, OE, or Continuous Improvement.
+ Lean/AOS and Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher); experience with Yellow Belt training/certification preferred.
+ Proven track record in leading cross-functional projects and delivering measurable improvements.
+ Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
+ Experience in change management (ideally e3+) and coaching stakeholders at all levels.
+ Comfortable working in GMP-regulated environments; pharma experience is highly desirable.
+ Familiarity with tools such as SAP, MES, Minitab, and MS Office.
+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
+ Fluent in English; strong interpersonal skills in a multicultural environment.
+ Willingness for occasional travel and active shopfloor presence.
**What you can look forward to with us:**
+ Competitive Salary: Including performance-based bonuses.
+ Retirement Plan: Employer contributions to your retirement plan.
+ Comprehensive Insurance: Employer-funded private medical insurance with dependants' cover, life insurance, and flexible options like dental insurance, partner life insurance, and serious illness protection.
+ Electric Charging Points: Available at parking locations.
+ Employee Assistance Program: Support for personal and professional challenges.
+ Wellbeing and Engagement: Dedicated teams to support your wellbeing.
+ Family-Friendly Policies: Supportive policies for a balanced work-life.
+ Generous Vacation: 26 vacation days plus additional days for service milestones and humanitarian volunteering leave.
+ Development Opportunities: Coaching, mentoring, educational programs, and formal training.
+ Subsidized Canteen: Enjoy meals at a reduced cost.
+ Flexible Benefits: Options like fuel card, bike to work, commuter ticket, and insurance deals.
**More about us:**
At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.
Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.
**Empowering our people to shine:**
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool!
**Locations**
Bray, Ireland
**Worker Type**
Employee
**Worker Sub-Type**
Regular
**Time Type**
Full time
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Operational Excellence Specialist

Amgen

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This role is a key member of the Site Operational Excellence Group, reporting to the Senior Manager of Operational Excellence. The mandate of this group is to enable teams and business functions to improve operations and reduce waste by enhancing reliability and efficiency through the application of Continuous Improvement tools, techniques, and methodologies. The OE Specialist will measure performance and find opportunities to optimize and improve productivity. This role requires in-depth knowledge of continuous improvement tools, techniques, and methodologies, along with practical experience in applying them to improve the performance of processes, equipment, people, and systems. The Industrial Engineer will engage with internal customers to support their efforts in solving complex problems and improving performance.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Perform analysis and diagnostics to identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations to leadership.
+ Coordinate idea generation, project identification, prioritization, and overall selection, ensuring that projects are integrated with business strategies.
+ Support the design and delivery of Lean/Six Sigma projects as part of a cross-functional team.
+ Identify and justify project financial savings.
+ Support teams assigned to implementing the recommendations.
+ Design and facilitate workshops and Kaizen events.
+ Drive achievement for own projects and projects they are supporting.
+ Develop standards (labor/machine) and resource modeling.
+ Train all levels of the organization on OE principles and methodologies through our OE Training Program.
+ Coach and mentor Project Sponsors, Black Belts/Green Belts candidates on the proper use of tools, improvement processes, and deployment issues.
+ Encourage an OE culture by influencing and empowering employees to see opportunities to apply techniques and tools in everyday work activities.
+ Facilitate the sharing of best practices and project successes across the organization.
+ Facilitate communications and change management for key programs and projects.
+ Act as the process owner for a lean practice, responsible for the deployment approach.
+ Perform any other tasks/projects assigned by the manager.
**Basic Qualifications & Experience:**
+ Bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering subject area plus a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience.
+ Experience in Project Management.
+ Experience in manufacturing, technology, and supply chain, with experience in Drug Product manufacturing considered an advantage.
+ Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes, cGMP, industry regulations, product development, and commercialization.
+ In-depth knowledge of at least one structured problem-solving approach (e.g., A3, DMAIC, 8D, etc.).
**Preferred Qualifications & Experience:**
+ Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent.
**Competencies / Skills:**
+ Exceptional data analysis skills, including acquisition and presentation of data. Proficiency in at least one of the following: Microsoft PowerQuery, Spotfire, developing SQL queries for data analysis.
+ Ability to successfully operate in a matrix or team environment with site, divisional, and corporate executive leadership.
+ Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, priorities, and tasks with minimal direction.
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills.
+ Excellent interpersonal skills to drive change management and influence for improvement.
+ Strong capabilities with Microsoft Office and Power Platform software - Power BI, Excel, PowerQuery, Project for the Web, PowerAutomate, as well as Word, PowerPoint, etc.
+ Experience implementing Continuous Improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma, DMAIC, and/or Lean Manufacturing.
+ Experience developing standards (labor/machine) and performing resource modeling.
+ Experience with regulated environments (i.e., cGMP, OSHA, EPA).
+ Exceptional capacity to analyze facts and develop logical conclusions.
+ Strong observational and listening skills - capable of quickly understanding the core elements of a new process.
+ Excellent process mapping capabilities - capable of independently mapping a process and leading a team to map a process in a workshop event.
+ Digital skills - comfortable acting as a power user and early adopter of multiple digital tools to promote use within the organization, and capable of identifying ways to deploy digital tools to improve personal productivity.
+ Highly productive and value oriented.
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Operational Excellence Lead

Bray, Leinster Zoetis

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POSITION SUMMARY This is a key position within Zoetis Global Manufacturing Supply (GMS) organization. The principal purpose of the role is to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency throughout the organization by implementing best practices, fostering a culture of excellence, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. The Operational Excellence Lead will provide leadership and hands on implementation in support of the overall Operational Excellence transformation program and will have full responsibility for the Rathdrum site's OpEx programs. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Key objectives of this position include: Define and maintain the continuous improvement strategy of the plant in the OpEx Masterplan. Initiating sustainable transformational business improvement programs to meet/exceed customer expectations while using lean & Six Sigma thinking to drive continuous process improvement. Lead teams through the implementation of Lean Six Sigma projects to address specific business process problems and the design of new simplified standardized processes. Support all areas in Continuous Improvement projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with Key Performance indicators to drive measurable outcomes. Achieve agreed objectives as a result of improvement projects. Assist in the selection of priority Lean & Six Sigma projects for the plant. Provide Lean & Six Sigma training as needed for the plant: Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Standard Work, 5S, Human Performance, Lean. Coordinate the OpEx program with the Global OpEx team. Serve as a recognized expert to facilitate problem solving, workouts, value stream mapping and special data analysis as required. Ensure regular presence on the shop floor and other areas to engage with operational teams, observe processes and identify opportunities for improvement through direct interaction and observation. Network both internally and externally to exchange learning's and ensure best practices are adopted throughout the operations. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Directly reports to the Rathdrum Site Leader Develop Strong working relationships with Rathdrum Site Leadership Team, Extended Leadership Team Global OpEx colleagues and GMS colleagues as required for project support. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree or equivalent Certified Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt level (desirable) Minimum of 5 years progressive work experience in business environment preferably manufacturing, technical/engineering or supply chain management Project management experience Demonstrated leadership and experience in leading teams / driving Lean Six Sigma project execution. Proven ability to influence, drive and manage change initiatives in a matrix environment. Experience in data and metrics analysis. Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills with broad facilitation experience. TECHNICAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED Change agent with strong credibility. Proven ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary, cross-functional, and multicultural teams to solve complex problems, effectively communicate across functions, and influence key stakeholders to support business priorities. Ability to detect improvement opportunities. Coaching, mentoring and teaching abilities. Solid business/financial & project management skills Strong Statistical & analytical skills Networking skills to establish wide range of contacts. Ability to align OpEx initiatives with long term business goals. Using metrics and analytics to guide improvement. Encourages a culture of innovation and improvement. PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS Role is based at Rathdrum, Ireland. Role may require incumbent to travel 5% of time. Full time Legal statement as below This job advert indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. Additional position specific requirements/responsibilities are contained in approved training curricula. Visa status re must be eligible to work and live in Ireland as below Colleague must be legally eligible to live and work in Ireland. Summary of our Benefits In addition, to being part the world leading animal health company focused on the needs of those who raise and care for animals we offer a range of benefits such as competitive salary, bonus, 25.5 days holiday per annum plus public holidays, a defined contributory pension plan, private medical insurance for you and your family and empowered flexible working, to name a few. Please note that the benefits outlined are subject to change based on organization decision. 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 Apply button below to Login/Register.
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Operational Excellence & Lean Specialist

Kilkenny, Leinster Abbott

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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.
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Associate Director Operational Excellence

Cork, Munster Gilead Sciences, Inc.

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At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer - working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
**Job Description**
**Associate Director Operational Excellence**
**The Position**
Reporting to the Director of Portfolio Management Office and part of the Ireland Manufacturing organization, this role will be responsible for leading and embedding a culture of continuous improvement and capabilities within Ireland Manufacturing. This role drives strategic initiatives that enhance operational performance and support site-level business objectives. The successful candidate will lead operational excellence efforts while partnering with leadership teams to deliver measurable improvements.
**Responsibilities include:**
+ Lead the deployment and execution of Operational Excellence strategy across the site, aligning with global and local strategic focus areas, priorities and initiatives.
+ Act as a change agent to foster a mature culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and innovation at the site.
+ Buildout of Site KPI Dashboard ensuring alignment, visibility and accountability with tiered performance management boards.
+ Support the preparation of Quarterly Business Reviews with site KPI dashboard, OE and strategy execution updates.
+ Leading the development and execution of site strategy focus area priorities / initiatives as required.
+ Identifies a pipeline of improvement projects by evaluating the value stream for waste, complexity and facilitates the implementation of solutions.
+ Supports the facilitation of cross-functional problem-solving sessions to address site-specific challenges using structured problem solving & provision of updates at governance forums.
+ Supports the organization through the execution of Value Stream Mapping, Kaizens & Gemba's
+ Drives implementation and embedding of leader standard work, structured problem solving and 7S at Ireland Manufacturing.
+ Champions the use of analytics in driving excellence in execution & decision making.
+ Business Process Owner for Eviview CI system for OE related modules & liaison with vendors as required.
+ Collaboration and communication with all levels of the Organisation and associated stakeholder management.
+ Build operational excellence capability by delivering structured problem solving, Yellow Belt & Green Belt & training.
+ Provides mentorship to the site OE Advocate team, Yellow Belt /Green Belt / Black Belt candidates and kaizen teams focused on rapid improvements as needed.
+ Chairs the site OE Advocate team to collaboratively drive the OE Site Strategy across the business and coordination of OE recognition events.
+ Collaborates across PDM Manufacturing sites to implement shared and harmonised processes.
+ Participates in the PDM Operational Excellence Community & collaborates in the development of the OE Strategy.
**Knowledge, Experience and Skills:**
+ Lean / Six Sigma Black Belt certified.
+ Degree qualified with extensive experience.
+ Proven capability to operate at a strategic and tactical level of execution.
+ Strategically applies data analytics to inform high-impact Operational Excellence initiatives.
+ Knowledge of Leader Standard Work and OE Production Systems.
+ Strong leadership with proven ability to influence and collaborate across local and global teams.
+ Demonstrates excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
+ Ability to act on own initiative.
+ Experience in pharmaceutical operations/GMP environment.
**Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)**
It is the policy of Gilead Sciences, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Gilead" or the "Company") to recruit select and employ the most qualified persons available for positions throughout the Company. Except if otherwise provided by applicable law, all employment actions relating to issues such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoffs, company-sponsored training, education assistance, social and recreational programs are administered on a non-discriminatory basis (i.e. without regard to protected characteristics or prohibited grounds, which may include an individual's gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, veteran status, and age, unless such protection is prohibited by federal, state, municipal, provincial, local or other applicable laws). Gilead also prohibits discrimination based on any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
**For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:**
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.
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Associate Director Operational Excellence

Cork, Munster €125000 - €150000 Annually Gilead Sciences, Inc.

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Associate Director Operational Excellence page is loaded Associate Director Operational Excellenceremote type: Onsite - Hybrid Eligiblelocations: Ireland - Corktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: RAt Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer - working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description Associate Director Operational Excellence The Position Reporting to the Director of Portfolio Management Office and part of the Ireland Manufacturing organization, this role will be responsible for leading and embedding a culture of continuous improvement and capabilities within Ireland Manufacturing. This role drives strategic initiatives that enhance operational performance and support site-level business objectives. The successful candidate will lead operational excellence efforts while partnering with leadership teams to deliver measurable improvements. Responsibilities include: Lead the deployment and execution of Operational Excellence strategy across the site, aligning with global and local strategic focus areas, priorities and initiatives. Act as a change agent to foster a mature culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and innovation at the site. Buildout of Site KPI Dashboard ensuring alignment, visibility and accountability with tiered performance management boards. Support the preparation of Quarterly Business Reviews with site KPI dashboard, OE and strategy execution updates. Leading the development and execution of site strategy focus area priorities / initiatives as required. Identifies a pipeline of improvement projects by evaluating the value stream for waste, complexity and facilitates the implementation of solutions. Supports the facilitation of cross-functional problem-solving sessions to address site-specific challenges using structured problem solving & provision of updates at governance forums. Supports the organization through the execution of Value Stream Mapping, Kaizens & Gemba's Drives implementation and embedding of leader standard work, structured problem solving and 7S at Ireland Manufacturing. Champions the use of analytics in driving excellence in execution & decision making. Business Process Owner for Eviview CI system for OE related modules & liaison with vendors as required. Collaboration and communication with all levels of the Organisation and associated stakeholder management. Build operational excellence capability by delivering structured problem solving, Yellow Belt & Green Belt & training. Provides mentorship to the site OE Advocate team, Yellow Belt /Green Belt / Black Belt candidates and kaizen teams focused on rapid improvements as needed. Chairs the site OE Advocate team to collaboratively drive the OE Site Strategy across the business and coordination of OE recognition events. Collaborates across PDM Manufacturing sites to implement shared and harmonised processes. Participates in the PDM Operational Excellence Community & collaborates in the development of the OE Strategy. Knowledge, Experience and Skills: Lean / Six Sigma Black Belt certified. Degree qualified with extensive experience. Proven capability to operate at a strategic and tactical level of execution. Strategically applies data analytics to inform high-impact Operational Excellence initiatives. Knowledge of Leader Standard Work and OE Production Systems. Strong leadership with proven ability to influence and collaborate across local and global teams. Demonstrates excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to act on own initiative. Experience in pharmaceutical operations/GMP environment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)It is the policy of Gilead Sciences, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Gilead" or the "Company") to recruit select and employ the most qualified persons available for positions throughout the Company. Except if otherwise provided by applicable law, all employment actions relating to issues such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoffs, company-sponsored training, education assistance, social and recreational programs are administered on a non-discriminatory basis (i.e. without regard to protected characteristics or prohibited grounds, which may include an individual's gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, veteran status, and age, unless such protection is prohibited by federal, state, municipal, provincial, local or other applicable laws). Gilead also prohibits discrimination based on any other characteristics protected by applicable laws. For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
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Product Owner - Data and Operational Excellence

Cork, Munster Logitech

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Logitech is the Sweet Spot for people who want their actions to have a positive global impact while having the flexibility to do it in their own way.
**Position Overview:**
The **Product Owner for Data and Operational Excellence** is a pivotal role within Logitech's **Digital Office Operations** team, based in Cork, Ireland. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and managing scalable digital solutions to improve enterprise data governance and operational processes, ensuring Logitech's data assets are reliable, secure, and optimized to support organizational growth.
Partnering closely with cross-functional teams, including Operations, IT, and external technology providers, this position is instrumental in driving **data integrity, operational efficiency, and a culture of continuous improvement** . The role emphasizes enterprise-level accountability for establishing robust data governance frameworks and transitioning offline processes to integrated enterprise systems.
Through innovative solutions and hands-on project management, you will help Logitech achieve its business goals by enabling more efficient decision-making, reducing operational waste, and driving data-centric transformations. The role is an initial individual contributor role, reporting into the head of Data Management, Reporting and Visualization, but with an intent in growing a wider team competency in this area.
**Your Key Responsibilities**
**1. Data Governance and Process Ownership**
+ Evaluate and redefine existing processes for managing enterprise data (e.g., Product, Customer, Financial, Operational Data), identifying gaps and designing solutions to migrate offline or legacy workflows to enterprise systems.
+ Partner with functional domain experts and stakeholders to define robust **data ownership, quality control, and lineage management** structures, focusing on cataloguing single sources of truth and maintaining certified data standards.
+ Establish data governance processes to empower Global Data Owners, Data Stewards, and IT Custodians, ensuring accountability and streamlined workflows.
+ Create and implement standardized data models and management guidelines in collaboration with Data Model Owners, promoting consistency across functional domains.
+ Monitor operational efficiency and data-related processes, ensuring continuous improvements and high-quality data outcomes.
**2. Program and Project Management**
+ Develop and execute detailed project plans to implement scalable data governance and process improvement initiatives for critical data domains (e.g., customer data, financial information).
+ Assign ownership roles within the **Design and Operational Excellence Office (DOXO)** to ensure clear responsibilities and accountability for data management.
+ Lead the end-to-end management of data governance projects, from design through execution, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and timelines.
**3. Data Quality, Integrity, and Performance Tracking**
+ Design and establish processes for capturing, validating, and managing enterprise data to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational goals.
+ Define **OKRs (Objectives and Key Results)** for enterprise data, integrating automated tracking and measurement tools to monitor data quality and operational performance.
+ Drive actionable, continuous improvements by analyzing the impact of implemented changes and identifying evolving business needs.
**4. Stakeholder Collaboration and Change Management**
+ Act as the primary liaison between cross-functional business teams, technical teams, and external vendors, ensuring alignment and execution of enterprise data projects.
+ Proactively engage with departmental leadership to capture requirements, prioritize initiatives, and manage stakeholder expectations.
+ Lead user training sessions, develop change management programs, and promote enterprise-wide adoption of new tools and workflows.
+ Build strategic partnerships with technology providers, optimizing value from investments in data governance and quality platforms.
+ The role would have dotted line relationships into such functions as the Global Product Owner sitting in our global Quality organization and key leadership positions in other functional areas such as Engineering and global operations. This is key to help foster a strong change management culture and provide insights into functional challenges, short-term wins, and strategic alignment with those respective business functions.
**Your Skills and Expertise**
**Key Qualifications:**
+ 10+ years of hands-on experience leading digitization, process optimization, and data governance projects at an enterprise level.
+ Deep expertise in transforming offline or manual workflows into efficient, enterprise-grade system solutions.
+ Proven ability to implement and monitor SMART KPIs, driving measurable outcomes related to data quality and operational efficiency.
+ Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage with diverse global teams, articulate challenges, and influence adoption.
+ Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex, cross-functional issues and deliver actionable solutions.
**Preferred Skills:**
+ Experience with data governance platforms (e.g., Collibra, Alation).
+ Familiarity with enterprise systems and cloud-based platforms like AWS, Azure, or Salesforce.
+ Certification in **Project Management (PMP)** or **Process Improvement (e.g., Lean Six Sigma)** .
+ Knowledge of **Design Thinking** practices to optimize workflows and foster innovation.
**Educational Background**
+ Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field.
+ Fluency in English.
+ Industry certifications in project or process management (PMP, Lean Six Sigma) are highly desirable.
Across Logitech we empower collaboration and foster play. We help teams collaborate/learn from anywhere, without compromising on productivity or continuity so it should be no surprise that most of our jobs are open to work from home from most locations. Our hybrid work model allows some employees to work remotely while others work on-premises. Within this structure, you may have teams or departments split between working remotely and working in-house.
Logitech is an amazing place to work because it is full of authentic people who are inclusive by nature as well as by design. Being a global company, we value our diversity and celebrate all our differences. Don't meet every single requirement? Not a problem. If you feel you are the right candidate for the opportunity, we strongly recommend that you apply. We want to meet you!
We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits packages and working environments that are designed to be flexible and help you to care for yourself and your loved ones, now and in the future. We believe that good health means more than getting medical care when you need it. Logitech supports a culture that encourages individuals to achieve good physical, financial, emotional, intellectual and social wellbeing so we all can create, achieve and enjoy more and support our families. We can't wait to tell you more about them being that there are too many to list here and they vary based on location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
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Product Owner - Data and Operational Excellence

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Logitech is the Sweet Spot for people who want their actions to have a positive global impact while having the flexibility to do it in their own way.
**Position Overview:**
The **Product Owner for Data and Operational Excellence** is a pivotal role within Logitech's **Digital Office Operations** team, based in Cork, Ireland. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and managing scalable digital solutions to improve enterprise data governance and operational processes, ensuring Logitech's data assets are reliable, secure, and optimized to support organizational growth.
Partnering closely with cross-functional teams, including Operations, IT, and external technology providers, this position is instrumental in driving **data integrity, operational efficiency, and a culture of continuous improvement** . The role emphasizes enterprise-level accountability for establishing robust data governance frameworks and transitioning offline processes to integrated enterprise systems.
Through innovative solutions and hands-on project management, you will help Logitech achieve its business goals by enabling more efficient decision-making, reducing operational waste, and driving data-centric transformations. The role is an initial individual contributor role, reporting into the head of Data Management, Reporting and Visualization, but with an intent in growing a wider team competency in this area.
**Your Key Responsibilities**
**1. Data Governance and Process Ownership**
+ Evaluate and redefine existing processes for managing enterprise data (e.g., Product, Customer, Financial, Operational Data), identifying gaps and designing solutions to migrate offline or legacy workflows to enterprise systems.
+ Partner with functional domain experts and stakeholders to define robust **data ownership, quality control, and lineage management** structures, focusing on cataloguing single sources of truth and maintaining certified data standards.
+ Establish data governance processes to empower Global Data Owners, Data Stewards, and IT Custodians, ensuring accountability and streamlined workflows.
+ Create and implement standardized data models and management guidelines in collaboration with Data Model Owners, promoting consistency across functional domains.
+ Monitor operational efficiency and data-related processes, ensuring continuous improvements and high-quality data outcomes.
**2. Program and Project Management**
+ Develop and execute detailed project plans to implement scalable data governance and process improvement initiatives for critical data domains (e.g., customer data, financial information).
+ Assign ownership roles within the **Design and Operational Excellence Office (DOXO)** to ensure clear responsibilities and accountability for data management.
+ Lead the end-to-end management of data governance projects, from design through execution, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and timelines.
**3. Data Quality, Integrity, and Performance Tracking**
+ Design and establish processes for capturing, validating, and managing enterprise data to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational goals.
+ Define **OKRs (Objectives and Key Results)** for enterprise data, integrating automated tracking and measurement tools to monitor data quality and operational performance.
+ Drive actionable, continuous improvements by analyzing the impact of implemented changes and identifying evolving business needs.
**4. Stakeholder Collaboration and Change Management**
+ Act as the primary liaison between cross-functional business teams, technical teams, and external vendors, ensuring alignment and execution of enterprise data projects.
+ Proactively engage with departmental leadership to capture requirements, prioritize initiatives, and manage stakeholder expectations.
+ Lead user training sessions, develop change management programs, and promote enterprise-wide adoption of new tools and workflows.
+ Build strategic partnerships with technology providers, optimizing value from investments in data governance and quality platforms.
+ The role would have dotted line relationships into such functions as the Global Product Owner sitting in our global Quality organization and key leadership positions in other functional areas such as Engineering and global operations. This is key to help foster a strong change management culture and provide insights into functional challenges, short-term wins, and strategic alignment with those respective business functions.
**Your Skills and Expertise**
**Key Qualifications:**
+ 10+ years of hands-on experience leading digitization, process optimization, and data governance projects at an enterprise level.
+ Deep expertise in transforming offline or manual workflows into efficient, enterprise-grade system solutions.
+ Proven ability to implement and monitor SMART KPIs, driving measurable outcomes related to data quality and operational efficiency.
+ Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage with diverse global teams, articulate challenges, and influence adoption.
+ Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex, cross-functional issues and deliver actionable solutions.
**Preferred Skills:**
+ Experience with data governance platforms (e.g., Collibra, Alation).
+ Familiarity with enterprise systems and cloud-based platforms like AWS, Azure, or Salesforce.
+ Certification in **Project Management (PMP)** or **Process Improvement (e.g., Lean Six Sigma)** .
+ Knowledge of **Design Thinking** practices to optimize workflows and foster innovation.
**Educational Background**
+ Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field.
+ Fluency in English.
+ Industry certifications in project or process management (PMP, Lean Six Sigma) are highly desirable.
Across Logitech we empower collaboration and foster play. We help teams collaborate/learn from anywhere, without compromising on productivity or continuity so it should be no surprise that most of our jobs are open to work from home from most locations. Our hybrid work model allows some employees to work remotely while others work on-premises. Within this structure, you may have teams or departments split between working remotely and working in-house.
Logitech is an amazing place to work because it is full of authentic people who are inclusive by nature as well as by design. Being a global company, we value our diversity and celebrate all our differences. Don't meet every single requirement? Not a problem. If you feel you are the right candidate for the opportunity, we strongly recommend that you apply. We want to meet you!
We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits packages and working environments that are designed to be flexible and help you to care for yourself and your loved ones, now and in the future. We believe that good health means more than getting medical care when you need it. Logitech supports a culture that encourages individuals to achieve good physical, financial, emotional, intellectual and social wellbeing so we all can create, achieve and enjoy more and support our families. We can't wait to tell you more about them being that there are too many to list here and they vary based on location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
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Continuous Improvement Coach

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Process & Continuous Improvement Manager

Dunboyne, Leinster Primeline Group

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PROCESS & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT MANAGER Primeline Logistics are a leading 3PL partner for retailers and brands across UK and Ireland. Specialising in B2B fulfilment, we support customers with both full pallet and case-pick distribution models. Our operation spans warehouse management, transport, and value-added logistics services - built for agility, efficiency, and growth. As our business expands, we are looking for a highly analytical, hands-on Industrial Engineer to help us unlock greater efficiencies, support new client onboarding, and drive data-led transformation across our warehouse and logistics operations. The Industrial Engineer will be responsible for end-to-end analysis, design, and optimisation of warehouse and operational processes across our network. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives, pricing for new business opportunities, and the operational design and launch of new sites or clients. This is a critical role in ensuring we deliver both cost-effective and scalable quality service for our customers. WHAT WILL YOUR DAY-TO-DAY LOOK LIKE? Operational Review & Process Improvement Audit and assess current warehouse operations (picking, packing, receiving, replenishment, shipping, returns) Identify process bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities Lead root cause analysis and implement standardised work processes Build simulation models (e.g. slotting, picking paths, resource utilisation) to support operational design decisions Commercial & Pricing Support Lead the cost modelling and pricing of new business opportunities Collaborate with commercial teams to assess viability and operational fit of new clients and ensure existing customers are operating vs expected model Develop cost-per-pick, cost-per-pallet, and productivity benchmarks Design & Launch of New Warehouses or Clients Lead warehouse layout design (racking, flow paths, work zones) for new or expanding facilities Manage operational set-up for new customer onboarding: systems, workflows, documentation Oversee go-live execution - from UAT to SOPs to training handovers Ensure SLA, capacity, and resource models are defined and validated pre-launch Data & Systems Integration Work with IT & WMS teams to ensure system alignment with engineered processes Own the creation of dashboards, KPIs, and tracking tools to monitor operational performance WHAT SKILLS ARE REQUIRED Qualifications & Experience Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field 3-5+ years' experience in logistics, warehousing, or fulfilment centre environments Proven track record in process engineering and continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) Experience in pricing logistics services or cost-to-serve modelling Experience in warehouse design and start-up of operations is highly desirable Skills & Tools Strong data analytics and modelling (Excel, Power BI, SQL preferred) Familiarity with WMS, TMS, and automation systems Skilled in CAD or similar tools for layout and flow design Strong commercial acumen with a hands-on approach Project Management Experience Soft Skills Comfortable in fast-moving, high-growth environments Strong communicator and project manager Highly collaborative with cross-functional teams (Sales, Ops, IT, Finance) Solutions-driven mindset WHY JOIN US Be at the centre of operational excellence and future growth Influence how we design, cost, and launch world-class logistics solutions Play a leadership role in onboarding new brand partners and scaling with them Join a team where innovation and accountability are part of the DNA WHO WE ARE Primeline is the largest independent Irish provider of logistics, sales and marketing services for domestic and international brands in Ireland and the UK. We are a privately owned business, in operation for 35 years, with over 1,100 employees across multiple sites in Ireland and the UK. Primeline's Turnover is in excess of €300 million and we are growing rapidly. We pride ourselves in client relationships with brand owners and decision makers supplying product into the Multiple Grocery, Convenience, Foodservice sectors, and Pharmacy trade. Primeline Group consists of Primeline Logistics, Primeline Express and Johnson Brothers. With over 1,500,000 square feet of warehousing and 400 vehicles, we complete 25,000 deliveries weekly. Primeline is in every town in Ireland, every day. Our people power our success. WHERE WE ARE GOING We continue to develop our leadership teams to ensure that Primeline remains a place where people want to come to work every day, and a place where people can learn and strive towards their future goals. We will continue to create an environment where people can be at their best. Retaining our current customer, blue chip companies and multinational brands and growing new business by providing the best brand execution will be key to our success. We will build the best relationships and partnerships with our principles and customers, and we continue to drive a values-based culture. WHAT DO WE WANT? At Primeline, our core values of respect, teamwork, results, excellence, and courage guide everything we do. We seek individuals who demonstrate empathy and appreciation for diverse perspectives, collaborate effectively with others, and are motivated by achieving outstanding results. You should be committed to continuous improvement, maintain high standards, and have the courage to take initiative and drive innovation. If you resonate with these values and are ready to contribute to a positive and dynamic work environment where everyone can thrive and succeed, we would love to hear from you. 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 Apply button below to Login/Register.
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