3d ago , from Illawarra Mercury Job BoardCochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard.
As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a world full of sound.
We aim to transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss and innovate to connect people with future technologies.
Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people's lives.
Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to experience a lifetime of hearing.The OpportunityCochlear is looking for an Operational Excellence Manager to lead the design, deployment, and embedment of Cochlear's core Manufacturing Business Systems, forming the foundation of the Cochlear Manufacturing System (CMS).
The role is accountable for delivering the systems that enables consistent, scalable, and sustainable ways of working across Cochlear's global manufacturing network.This is a permanent full-time role based in our global headquarters in Macquarie University.Key Responsibilities:Lead the end-to-end design, deployment, and embedment of core Manufacturing Business Systems under the Operational Excellence StrategyDevelop integrated system architecture connecting CMS, CI system, readiness frameworks, core metrics, and change management approachesTranslate strategic intent into practical, scalable operating systems, standards, policies, and toolsLead cross-functional working groups without direct authority across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and engineeringLead delivery the Operational Excellence Strategy as structured programsDevelop and maintain program plans, milestones,



and delivery roadmapsApply systems thinking methodologies to design interconnected, scalable operating systemsLead the design and integration of change management approaches into system deploymentAbout YouAs we grow our operations, we are looking for people who share our passion for delivering quality hearing solutions to our customers.
To add value to Cochlear in this role, you'll be able to demonstrate the following essential skills and experience:Proven experience designing and implementing business systems, operating models, or Lean manufacturing systemsStrong systems thinking and systems design capabilityDemonstrated ability to lead transformation programs without direct authorityExperience delivering end-to-end system deployment and embedment (including change management)Strong program management capability (planning, governance, risk, reporting)Ability to influence and align stakeholders across functions and levelsExperience embedding policies, procedures, and standards into operational systemsDeep understanding of Lean, TPS, or Operational Excellence systemsSix Sigma Green Belt or Black BeltExperience in global, multi-site operating environmentsAt Cochlear, we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential.Chance to shape the future of Operational Excellence across a global manufacturing organisationLead business-critical transformation initiatives with enterprise-wide impact.High-profile role with significant growth potentialGlobal role with significant international exposureFor more information about Life at Cochlear, visit
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📌 Operational Excellence Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Cochlear
📍 New South Wales