This role is pivotal in driving cultural change, embedding continuous improvement, and enabling scalable, sustainable GE Visp performance. The ideal candidate will be a master of change management, capable of influencing at all levels and fostering a high-performance culture in a dynamic, fast-evolving environment.
Strategic Leadership
Define and execute the operational excellence strategy aligned with organizational goals.
Champion a culture of continuous improvement across Global Engineering.
Change Management & Cultural Transformation
Lead change management programs that support large-scale transformation.
Establish and oversee robust program governance, including steering committee leadership, milestone tracking, and transparent progress reporting across all transformation workstreams.
Design and implement frameworks to shift mindsets, behaviors, and ways of working.
Act as a cultural ambassador, promoting agility, accountability, and innovation.
Process Optimization
Identify inefficiencies and lead cross-functional teams to streamline processes.
Deploy Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to improve quality, cost, and speed.
Performance Management
Establish KPIs and metrics to monitor progress and impact of transformation initiatives.
Drive operational reviews and ensure data-driven decision-making.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with senior leadership to align transformation efforts with strategic priorities.
Influence and coach leaders to adopt and sustain new practices.
Candidate Profile:
Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
A minimum of 10 years' experience in a post graduate role with similar complexity
Proven expertise in CAPEX environment with LEAN, and Six Sigma methodologies, with
Black Belt certification
Demonstrated success in leading global initiatives and delivering measurable results in operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and impactful improvements.
Exceptional communication skills, with experience collaborating across a matrixed organization and engaging senior leadership.
Familiarity with program management tools; fluency in English is mandatory (German is advantageous).
Travel & On-Site Presence: The role requires approximately 70–80% presence in Visp, 10% in Basel, and occasional travel to other global locations for team alignment and project support.