Collectors Universe Inc.
Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement
Collectors Universe Inc., Santa Ana, California, United States, 92725
We’re looking for a ***Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement*** to join our growing Continuous Improvement team. As a Senior Continuous Improvement Manager
you will
lead enterprise-wide initiatives to optimize processes, reduce waste, and enhance operational efficiency. This role is responsible for leading the lean transformation of Collectors and establishing a company-wide culture of continuous improvement from the ground up.The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership to deliver measurable outcomes including cost savings, cycle time reduction, defect rate improvement, and strong ROI through Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies.
- **Education:**
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (Master’s preferred)- **Experience:**
* 8+ years of progressive experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean, or Operational Excellence roles
* Proven success leading large-scale CI initiatives in distribution or supplychain environments
* Demonstrated ability to build and lead multi-regional CI teams- **Technical Skills*:***
* Deep expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and CI methodologies
* Strong knowledge of CI tools (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, DMAIC, PDCA, Root Cause Analysis)
* Proficiency in data analytics and business intelligence tools- **Leadership & Soft Skills:**
* Strategic thinker with ability to influence at all levels of the organization
* Exceptional change management and stakeholder engagement skills
* Strong communication, facilitation, and coaching abilities* Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental, and Vision* Additional Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for fertility, commuter, and educational assistance benefits* 401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals* Vacation: All salaried employees are eligible for flexible time-off* Holiday Pay: All regular, full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays* Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions* Flexible Hours: Many of our teams offer flexible schedules with varying shifts and will work with you to accommodate your needs* Fun Working Environment: Our team members are invited to participate in celebrations, holiday events, and team building activities #J-18808-Ljbffr
you will
lead enterprise-wide initiatives to optimize processes, reduce waste, and enhance operational efficiency. This role is responsible for leading the lean transformation of Collectors and establishing a company-wide culture of continuous improvement from the ground up.The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership to deliver measurable outcomes including cost savings, cycle time reduction, defect rate improvement, and strong ROI through Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies.
- **Education:**
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (Master’s preferred)- **Experience:**
* 8+ years of progressive experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean, or Operational Excellence roles
* Proven success leading large-scale CI initiatives in distribution or supplychain environments
* Demonstrated ability to build and lead multi-regional CI teams- **Technical Skills*:***
* Deep expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and CI methodologies
* Strong knowledge of CI tools (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, DMAIC, PDCA, Root Cause Analysis)
* Proficiency in data analytics and business intelligence tools- **Leadership & Soft Skills:**
* Strategic thinker with ability to influence at all levels of the organization
* Exceptional change management and stakeholder engagement skills
* Strong communication, facilitation, and coaching abilities* Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental, and Vision* Additional Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for fertility, commuter, and educational assistance benefits* 401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals* Vacation: All salaried employees are eligible for flexible time-off* Holiday Pay: All regular, full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays* Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions* Flexible Hours: Many of our teams offer flexible schedules with varying shifts and will work with you to accommodate your needs* Fun Working Environment: Our team members are invited to participate in celebrations, holiday events, and team building activities #J-18808-Ljbffr