Lean Development Manager

Lean Development Manager

Location: Remote (U.S.) – 50–70% travel required.

The Lean Development Manager is a primary resource supporting HNI’s lean transformation efforts. The role partners with the Business Process Improvement (BPI) team and leadership to drive lean vision and strategy, increase lean talent and member engagement, and deploy BPI model and tools to deliver sustainable business results.

• Participate in and lead problem‑solving events and workshops to drive improved business results.
• Support Hoshin Kanri training and deployment.
• Mentor members (executive leaders to BPI managers) in lean practices and tools.
• Develop BPI training materials and deliver practical, hands‑on training; facilitate workshops in BPI methodology to eliminate waste.
• Promote a continuous learning environment.
• Collaborate with business leaders to develop and drive adherence to BPI standards.
• Schedule, facilitate, and participate in HNI Operations System Assessments and update supporting documents (manuals, coaching guidelines, and lean leader matrix).
• Coordinate external consultants and manage Kaizen event schedules.
• Provide member development opportunities through coordination of external benchmarking visits, lean study tours, conferences, and virtual training.
• Communicate best practices within the organization, championing leverage across all business areas.
• Travel: 50–75% expected, mostly domestic, possibly including Mexico.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Operations Management.
• Experience and training in Hoshin Kanri, with practical implementation in both commercial and operational environments.

• Demonstrated understanding of lean principles and proven track record/performance.
• Change‑management experience, lean leadership, and RCI and problem‑solving event participation.
• Team‑leading/building with cross‑functional teams; proven performance in a transformation role.
• Effective presentation skills and ability to influence others.
• Completion of Lean training or coursework focused on operational or commercial improvement;
  Green or Black Belt certification is preferred.
• Silver or Gold BPI certification preferred.

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Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.