Specialist Director, Continuous Improvement

3 weeks ago

Montréal, Canada Via Rail Canada Full time

-Reference Number:

28876_042024
Status:

Permanent - Full time
Job Category:

Change Management
City:

MONTREAL
Province:

Quebec
Annual Salary / Hourly Rate:

129 548 - 160 029
Number of positions to be filled:

1
Application Deadline:

2024-05-13
Description:

Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure and reservation system, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility.
The incumbent will be responsible for spearheading initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness, streamline processes, and instill a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the incumbent will identify opportunities for efficiency gains, cost reduction, and overall process optimization and innovations across our organization and operations.
**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and implement a comprehensive continuous improvement strategy aligned with the company's overall goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to define key performance indicators (KPIs) and targets for operational efficiency and cost reduction.
- Introduce methodologies inspired from Lean, Six Sigma, Agile approaches to drive process excellence.
- Work closely with department heads to conduct thorough analysis of current processes and identify areas for improvement, streamline workflows, eliminate bottlenecks, and enhance overall efficiency.
- Collaborate with the different business units to understand their unique challenges and opportunities for improvement.
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops and meetings to promote collaboration and gather insights.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities within operational processes and recommend strategies for implementation.
- Monitor and report on cost reduction initiatives, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
- Develop and implement performance metrics to track the success of continuous improvement initiatives.
- Regularly report progress to executive leadership, highlighting achievements and areas for further improvement.
- Establish and promote a culture of continuous improvement by fostering active participation at all levels of the organization.
- Implement training programs and workshops to develop employees' skills in problem solving and process improvement.
- Facilitate the use of technological and collaborative tools to capture ideas raised throughout the organization.
Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Proven experience in a similar role within the rail or transportation industry.
- Strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change.
- At least 8-10 years of professional experience in lean, continuous improvement, operational excellence and/or combined with management, industrial engineering, or project management.

Competencies:

- Pragmatic approach in its efforts to achieve excellence, flexibility, adaptability, and good reactions, even under pressure.
- Excellent skills in communication, human relations, coaching and strong power of persuasion.
- Autonomy in execution and decision-making.
- Easily adapts to change.
- Ability to work in startup mode.

At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

Note that we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.
Why choose VIA Rail?
- Competitive salary and a generous compensation and benefits package;
- Flexible options for hybrid remote work;
- A close knit team of happy co workers;
- Numerous opportunities for career advancement;
- An environment that supports employee health and well being;
- A wide range of health and wellness benefits for employees and their families, including unlimited telemedicine service;
- To contribute to a sustainable transportation service connecting Canadian communities;
- First as an employer of choice and as the most trusted carrier among transportation companies in the 2022 Canadian Reputation study published by Leger.

Join our 3,000 other employees in helping provide Canadians with a safe, accessible, environmentally sustainable way to travel
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