Sr. Analyst, Continuous Improvement

The Company

Overview

Newell Brands (NYSE: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Paper Mate®, Sharpie®, Dymo®, EXPO®, Parker®, Elmer's®, Coleman®, Marmot®, Oster®, Sunbeam®, FoodSaver®, Mr. Coffee®, Rubbermaid Commercial Products®, Graco®, Baby Jogger®, NUK®, Calphalon®, Rubbermaid®, Contigo®, and Yankee Candle®. Driven by a sharp focus on the consumer, leading investment in innovation and brands, and a performance-driven culture, Newell Brands helps consumers achieve more where they live, learn, work and play.

The evolution of the Newell Supply Chain (NSC) includes a focus on driving productivity through building capability in people, processes, and technology. Planning, Engagement, Achievement, & Knowledge (PEAK), Newell's branded Continuous Improvement Operating System, is fundamental to that goal. Currently, there are 30+ Manufacturing and Distribution sites globally that have deployed PEAK at Newell with plans to expand in the coming years.

Position Overview

Position Title: Sr. Analyst, Continuous Improvement (PEAK)

Location: Atlanta, GA or Newell Brands Facility

Reports to: Sr.Manager, PEAK RSL

The Sr. Analyst, Continuous Improvement (PEAK) will be responsible for driving continuous improvement projects focused on promoting network-wide capability development of PEAK systems, digital transformation of process and tools, and organizing large-scale events. Methods for achieving and sustaining improvements will be based on Newell PEAK principles including Six Sigma, TPM and LEAN. This role will also assist in facilitation of the CI strategy and capability development in Manufacturing and Distribution sites to support business imperatives through the effective deployment of the Results, and Skills Leadership (RSL) Processes, Applications, Capabilities, and Systems (PACS). The Sr. Analyst, Continuous Improvement (PEAK) will need to collaborate closely with the Central PEAK RSL team on improvement methodology, deployment strategy, and execution.

Specific Responsibilities:
• Support the development of processes and tools that promote network-wide capability development of PEAK Systems
• Support the development of processes and tools that leverage technology (including Artificial Intelligence) and optimize ways of working for the Central and site PEAK teams
• Contribute to PEAK Master Plan projects while managing timelines, resources, and stakeholders through effective project management skills
• Deliver coaching, training, analysis, and project leadership for Results & Skills Leadership (RSL), including: KPI Alignment, Cascading Review, Master Planning, Visual Management, Coaching, Change Management, Training & Skills Development, One Point Lessons & Owned Improvements, Cascading Communication, and Rewards & Recognition
• Assist in the Development of all material for the RSL PACS, including training material, templates, scorecards, tools
• Co-facilitate meetings, events, and training workshops to solve urgent business needs, while building the capability of the key internal resources needed to deliver on critical initiatives
• Support Site, Regional, and Corporate Master Plan development and execution
• Assist in the organization and facilitation of large-scale Central PEAK team workshops, summits, and events

Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.