Continuous Improvement Manager

Builders FirstSource
107003.00-178338.00
United States, Washington, Spokane
10310 E Montgomery Ave (Show on map)
May 30, 2025
We are Builders FirstSource, America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. You'll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable. At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree. Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so. As such, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels. PURPOSE Responsible for providing strategic direction for Continuous Improvement (CI) for the NW Leadership and Area teams. This position directly supports field implementation and adoption of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement thinking, systems, and tools, as well as providing leadership and project management for various lean initiatives, kaizen events and other continuous improvement efforts. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES As part of AOP process, translate strategic direction into annual tactical plans by working with Area leadership, Millwork, Components, and functional teams to develop targeted action plans to improve operational efficiency. Develop, where needed, and train Area and functional teams on lean manufacturing/Continuous Improvement methodologies and tools. Provide hands-on support & guidance in the execution of Area CI action plans. Collaborate with the Strategic Management Office (SMO) in development, planning and execution of Productivity Initiatives into the AOP process to drive annual productivity saving targets. Develop KPI's, establish benchmarks, define success for execution of CI strategies and tactical plans Coordinate & align with corporate functions, including but not limited to Region CI Teams, Strategic Management Office (SMO) & Safety, in the facilitation, planning and leading of various lean initiatives in support of company goals (to include kaizen events, 5S implementation, change management, process mapping, etc.). Serve as a member of the Productivity Leadership Council. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Strongly preferred bachelor's degree in business or industrial engineering field and/or ten years work experience in relevant field, demonstrating a high capacity for learning, communicating, and leading others. 5 years in building materials, distribution, or manufacturing environment. 5 years leading lean process improvement initiatives. Experience leading change in multi-site environment. COMPETENCIES Knowledge of lean manufacturing/CI methodologies. Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills. Lean process analysis and improvement. Project management skills, and change management experience. Preference given to individuals with Six Sigma Lean training and Black Belt Certification. Tech-savvy with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), MS Project, and Visio. Ability to travel and perform other activities per the requirements of the position. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Subject to both typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds. Successful, innovative, and fulfilling careers are built here, and your professional development is a high priority. We invest in your future through the latest training, tools, and technologies. Highly collaborative, we work together to solve problems and find better ways to continually grow our business and careers every day. You'll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons. The scale and depth of resources that being the #1 building materials distributor in the nation provides a variety of opportunities for you to explore - all in a friendly, people-first environment. Join us to be more, do more, and build more, together at BFS. At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple - provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com. Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.