Lean & Transformation Leader
The Lean & Transformation Leader is responsible for embedding Lean principles and driving enterprise-wide transformation across GE HealthCare's commercial, operational, R&D / technology, and service domains. This role leads strategic initiatives to improve agility, reduce waste, and enhance customer responsiveness while aligning with GEHC's proprietary Heartbeat Business System.
Key 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.
Lean System Deployment
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.Organizational Design & Change Management
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.Performance & KPI Management
Establish and monitor KPIs using visual management tools and bowler charts.Drive accountability at the point of impact through Genba coaching and PSP facilitation.Cross-Functional Leadership
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.Qualifications
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.Desired Characteristics
Master's degree5+ years of experience leading operational teams in commercial, operational, R&D / technology, and service domainsAbility to view the business from a general manager's perspective and understand how improvements in one area can impact the whole organization.Practitioner mindset with hands-on Lean experience.Ability to influence executive leaders and drive cultural change.Strategic thinker with a hands-on, analytical approach and a strong focus on customer experience.Fluent in English; regional language fluency (e.g., Mandarin) preferred for local roles.Effective in navigating global organizations, managing across geographies, cultures, and functions.Change agent with the ability to make a compelling case for Lean and deliver measurable impact.Strong collaboration and communication skills, from the shop floor to the boardroom.Demonstrated success in managing multi-million-dollar budgets and implementing Lean business systems in global businesses.