Continuous Improvement Manager

Burlington, Massachusetts; Job ID 127597 Job Category Supply Chain Job Level Manager Position Type Full-Time

Job Overview:

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager will identify and deliver successful process improvement opportunities within Supply Chain. This position will independently lead high-impact, cross-functional teams by utilizing Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen methodologies to deliver significant value to the Keurig Dr Pepper business.

This is a highly visible role with significant exposure to senior leadership on a regular basis and requires an ability to build relationships with colleagues at all levels of the organization. The manager will need to demonstrate leadership skills and passion around continuous improvement, as well as strong communication, facilitation, analytical, and project management capabilities.

At Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) the consumer is at the heart of everything we do. Join the team at KDP and make a difference to consumers with one of America’s leading producers and distributors of hot and cold beverages helping to satisfy every consumer’s beverage need, anytime and anywhere.

Location: This position can be based at our corporate HQ in Burlington, MA OR if in another location will be a remote position. Both will require travel.

Position Responsibilities

• Deliver Value – Work with champions (VP level and higher) to deliver meaningful results to the business.
• Self-Driven – Manage high-value projects and large kaizen teams independently.
• Develop Relationships – The manager will need to have credibility and be respected from colleagues.
• Develop People – Work with all levels, from shop floor to management, to increase maturity and understanding of a lean culture.
• Drive Culture Change – Lead root-cause elimination and data-based decision-making throughout the organization..
• Will utilize system skills (data pull and statistical analysis) frequently.
• Will travel within North America (approximately 50-75% travel).

Performance Competencies

• Analytical Thinking
• Facilitation
• Building a Successful Team
• Adaptability
• Coaching
• Value Identification
• Innovation
• Communication
• Tenacity
• Forming Partnerships

Ensure high performance results of your team by:

• Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributions
• Driving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talent
• Embracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failures
• Establishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectations

• Salary Range: $96,800 - $140,000
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility
• Benefits eligible Day 1!

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university preferred
• Black Belt Certification preferred; Green Belt Certification required
• 3 years of work experience in a Continuous Improvement function (Lean, Six Sigma, and/or Total Productive Maintenance)
• Training lean fundamentals, TPM, Yellow Belt, and Green Belt courses
• 2 year of experience in facilitating and leading improvement events
• Ability to travel up to 50%-75%

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!

Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us?

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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