The Brinks Company

Director, Global Lean Execution

The Brinks Company$125K — $150K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or Master's preferred.
  • 10+ years in operations management focused on lean manufacturing or operational excellence, with 2 years in a leadership role.
  • Extensive knowledge of lean principles and continuous improvement tools.
  • Strong strategic thinking and project management skills to translate vision into action.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to influence effectively.
  • Experience translating lean concepts to business processes is a plus.
  • Background in manufacturing, supply chain, or industrial operations preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with leaders to tackle critical operational challenges and improve performance.
  • Coach teams in core Lean concepts to drive cultural transformation and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Integrate Lean practices into strategic initiatives to align with business goals and promote collaboration.
  • Analyze operational performance to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities.
  • Streamline process flow and eliminate non-value-adding activities across value streams.
  • Lead on-site observations and engage with frontline teams to understand and address performance gaps.
  • Facilitate problem-solving efforts to identify root causes and implement solutions.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to shape and lead organizational transformation initiatives.
  • Access to a global network of leaders and collaborative teams.
  • Chance to build lasting change and improve operational performance.
  • Participation in continuous improvement workshops and kaizen events.
  • Potential for career growth within a large organization.
Full Job Description
Brinks Texas License #C00550

Job Description

We are building a high-impact Lean team to accelerate enterprise-wide transformation and strengthen business performance globally. As Director, Global Lean Execution, you will lead the implementation of Lean management systems and improvement strategies that enable operational excellence, accelerate strategy execution, and drive sustainable results across the organization.

Partnering with leaders across regions and functions, you will facilitate complex transformation efforts, coach teams through business challenges, and help embed disciplined problem solving, daily management, and continuous improvement into the way work gets done. Your success will be measured by your ability to deliver tangible business outcomes, develop Lean leadership capability, and create lasting change that improves organizational performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Lean Capability
  • Partner with executive and business leaders and to address critical operational and performance challenges.
  • Coach and mentor leaders and teams in core Lean concepts (e.g. PDCA, A3 thinking, tiered daily management) to build problem-solving muscle and drive cultural transformation.
  • Integrate Lean capability building into strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Analyze operational performance, identify improvement opportunities, and prioritize actions based on business impact.
  • Improve process flow, reduce lead times, and eliminate non-value-added activities across end-to-end value stream


Leadership & Problem Solving
  • Be a visible champion of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.
  • Lead by example to create a proactive, hands-on culture of Lean execution.
  • Conduct on-site observations and engage directly with frontline teams to understand processes and uncover performance gaps.
  • Facilitate structured problem-solving efforts to identify root causes and implement sustainable countermeasures.
  • Establish clear ownership, milestones, and follow-up routines to ensure effective execution of improvement plans.
  • Plan and lead kaizen events, workshops, and rapid improvement activities to accelerate results.
  • Monitor key performance indicators and validate that improvements deliver the intended business results.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or Master's degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in operations management with a focus on lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
  • Extensive knowledge of lean principles and continuous improvement tools.
  • Strong strategic thinking and project management skills, with an ability to translate vision into actionable initiatives.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
  • Experience translating lean concepts to business process, digital, and commercial work content is desirable, but not expected.
  • Experience in a manufacturing, supply chain, or industrial operations environment preferred.


Key Competencies:
  • Leadership: Skilled at coaching, mentoring, and building high-performance teams.
  • Analytical Skills: Data-driven approach to identify improvement opportunities and measure results.
  • Collaboration: Works well across functions, regions, and levels to achieve shared objectives.
  • Change Management: Expertise in leading cultural transformations and embedding lean practices in diverse settings.


What's Next?

Thank you for considering applying for a job at Brink's. To be considered for this position, you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature.

Upon completion of the application process, you will receive an email confirming that we have received your application. We will review all candidates and notify you of your status should we deem you fit for a job. Thank you again for your interest in a career at Brink's. For more information about future career opportunities, join our talent network, like our Facebook page or Follow us on X.

About The Brinks Company

The Brinks Company is a global leader in security and protection services. The company provides a wide range of security solutions, including armored transportation, cash management, ATM services, and security systems. Brinks operates in over 100 countries and has a workforce of over 60,000 employees. The company's mission is to provide its customers with the highest level of security and protection, and it has a long history of innovation and excellence in the security industry. Brinks is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and it has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and support the communities in which it operates.
Learn more about The Brinks Company
Size
72,200 employees
Market Cap
$2.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$16 million
Founded
1859
5 Year Trend
+6.8%
Revenue
$3.6 billion
NASDAQ

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