Business Excellence Manager in TECLA

We are seeking a Business Excellence Manager to lead the design, deployment, and ongoing execution of our Business Excellence strategy at the Costa Rica Campus, with a strong focus on operational transformation and continuous improvement. This includes leading the implementation of our JJOS (Johnson & Johnson Operating System) framework as the core methodology to drive performance across the site.

Key responsibilities include:

• Define and lead the Business Excellence Roadmap for the Costa Rica Campus.
• Oversee a multiyear transformation plan leveraging the JJOS framework to support continuous improvement goals.
• Coach and influence team members and senior site leaders to adopt a culture of performance, agility, and innovation.
• Promote a transformational mindset and high-performance culture through operational excellence.
• Build site capability in continuous improvement using Business Excellence tools and training programs.
• Ensure alignment between JJOS initiatives and broader Business Excellence objectives.

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Business Administration, or Engineering is required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including manufacturing and project management.
• Knowledge of operational excellence, continuous improvement, and statistical methods is required.
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, Quality Engineering, or Project Management is desirable.
• Experience in Change Management methodology is required.
• Proven leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of GMP and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with Environmental and Safety standards in manufacturing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Minitab is a plus.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Availability to work extended hours, holidays, and weekends as needed.