Continuous Improvement Manager - Materials & Distribution

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a multi-year continuous improvement (CI) roadmap for HP’s distribution operations.
• Identify and prioritize high-impact opportunities using data analysis, value stream mapping, and stakeholder engagement.
• Lead large-scale, cross-functional projects including automation, digitalization, and process reengineering.
• Partner with Supply Chain Operations leadership and other business units to drive process standardization and optimize distribution flow.
• Facilitate executive steering committees and present progress, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership.
• Coach and mentor CI practitioners and operational teams to build a culture of operational excellence.
• Drive Lean culture by training teams in toolkits such as PDCA, Kaizen, and visual controls.
• Establish and track robust KPIs including order accuracy, cycle time, cost per order, and inventory turns.
• Manage strategic initiatives from initiation through execution, monitoring, and closeout.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in process improvement or operational excellence within distribution, logistics, or manufacturing.
• Minimum of 5 years in a continuous improvement leadership or senior project management role.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or higher) certification.
• Advanced skills in data analytics using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or SQL.
• Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and digital supply chain technologies.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within a global, matrixed organization.
• Familiarity with HP’s products, distribution models, or technology sector best practices.
• Formal training in change management methodologies (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR).

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program and flexible spending accounts.
• Generous time off policies, including 4-12 weeks of fully paid parental leave based on tenure.
• 11 paid holidays and additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave.

About the Company

At HP, you’ll have a chance to create tools, technology, and solutions that reshape the way the world works in the future. Operating in over 170 countries, HP is always creating new services, products, and capabilities, giving you more opportunities to advance your career. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and respect where every voice matters.