Lean & Transformation Leader at GE Healthcare

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or other technical field
  • 10+ years of experience in Lean transformation, and/or organizational design, or operational improvement
  • Proven track record in leading large-scale change in complex, matrixed organizations that deliver on expected results
  • Demonstrated success in a past leadership role with a strong, hands-on background in implementing HBS or similar lean systems
  • Strong facilitation, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Experience in regional market operations and regulatory environments (e.g., China, U.S.) preferred
  • Master’s degree (desired)
  • 5+ years of experience leading operational teams in commercial, operational, R&D/technology, and service domains (desired)
  • Ability to view the business from a general manager's perspective and understand how improvements in one area can impact the whole organization (desired)
  • Practitioner mindset with hands-on Lean experience (desired)
  • Ability to influence executive leaders and drive cultural change (desired)
  • Strategic thinker with a hands-on, analytical approach and a strong focus on customer experience (desired)
  • Fluent in English; regional language fluency (e.g., Mandarin) preferred for local roles (desired)
  • Effective in navigating global organizations, managing across geographies, cultures, and functions (desired)
  • Change agent with the ability to make a compelling case for Lean and deliver measurable impact (desired)
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills, from the shop floor to the boardroom (desired)
  • Demonstrated success in managing multi-million-dollar budgets and implementing Lean business systems in global businesses (desired)

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of Big Rocks aligned with GEHC’s 2030 Vision
  • Drive Kaizen events and Lean projects across global and regional sites
  • Collaborate with global and regional leaders to align transformation goals
  • Operationalize Heartbeat fundamentals: Standard Work, Daily Management System (DMS), Problem Solving Process (PSP), and Kaizen
  • Lead Lean Bootcamps and eLearning for leadership teams to build practitioner capability
  • Partner with HR and Talent teams to implement organizational design strategies and change management processes
  • Serve as a coach and enabler for People & Culture initiatives, ensuring alignment with Lean behaviors
  • Establish and monitor KPIs using visual management tools and bowler charts
  • Drive accountability at the point of impact through Genba coaching and PSP facilitation
  • Coordinate with Business Segments (Imaging, AVS, PCS, PDx), Regions (USCAN, China and International) and Functions (Supply Chain and Global Service) teams to implement Lean tools and improve operational outcomes
  • Lead supplier and manufacturing transfers, product localization, and VBP win rate improvements

Skills

Lean Principles
Kaizen
Standard Work
Daily Management System
Problem Solving Process
Genba Coaching
Change Management
Organizational Design
KPI Management
Visual Management
Bowler Charts
Lean Bootcamps

GE Healthcare

Healthcare technology and data analytics provider

About GE Healthcare

GE Healthcare provides a range of healthcare technologies and services aimed at improving patient care. Its main products include imaging systems, mobile diagnostic devices, patient monitoring solutions, and advanced software for data analysis. These products help medical professionals make informed decisions and enhance the efficiency of healthcare delivery. Unlike many competitors, GE Healthcare invests significantly in research and development, allocating $1 billion each year to innovate and enhance its offerings. The company’s goal is to support healthcare providers in delivering better patient outcomes, as evidenced by its technology supporting over 300,000 patients daily and managing 2 billion patient scans each year.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
1892Year Founded
N/ACompany Stage
Data & Analytics, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Emerging AR technologies increase competition in medical imaging.
Regulatory challenges may delay AI application expansions in healthcare.
Dependence on clinical trial success for new product market positioning.

Differentiation

GE Healthcare invests $1 billion annually in R&D for product innovation.
The company supports over 300,000 patients daily with its healthcare technologies.
GE Healthcare's AIR Recon DL offers 3D motion-insensitive imaging for enhanced MRI quality.

Upsides

Acquisition of Caption Health expands AI-powered ultrasound capabilities.
Successful Phase III trial of [18F]flurpiridaz enhances coronary artery disease detection.
Collaboration with Wayra accelerates digital health innovation in EMEA.

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