Principal Performance Improvement Specialist

Additional Location(s):US-MA-Marlborough

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.

About this Role:

As a Principal Performance Improvement specialist you will support the Urology division, serving as a strategic resource to lead cross-functional performance Improvement projects, and drive the development of a sustainable, agile, high-performance culture. In this role, you will work with Urology divisional and functional leaders and stakeholders to drive improvement in key processes and systems and identify and support productivity opportunities across the Urology franchises.

Work Mode

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a Hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our Minnetonka, MN OR Marlborough, MA office at least 3 days per week.

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

Visa Sponsorship

Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.

Your Responsibilities will Include:

• Partner with leadership to develop performance improvement strategies, goals, and execution plans.
• Identify, develop and execute performance improvement programs and projects utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies. Perform or coach charter creation and scoping, root cause analysis, solution development and program plan roadmaps. Facilitate workshops for small and large teams.
• Champion / assist or lead change management efforts for programs and projects within your responsibility
• Contribute to, design and/or provide training on structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Assist with coaching performance improvement projects lead by others as needed across the division
• Collaborate with leaders and their organization/function to inspire a continuous improvement culture by deploying process improvement/operational excellence roadmaps, methods, and tools across the business.
• Influence key stakeholders to engage and participate in improvement activities essential to process and system improvement.
• Partner with leaders, champions, and employees to share best practices to further accelerate the rate of improvement.

What we're looking for in you:

• Demonstrated history of successful performance improvement leadership and execution across multiple projects
• Passion for both the technical process of problem-solving and the people side of change
• Comfort in gray spaces and dealing with ambiguity
• Strong analytical acumen with the ability to make a significant contribution to performance improvement
• Self-starter and entrepreneurial/consultant mindset
• Ability to build enthusiasm for change
• Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills

Requirements:

• 5+ years of Lean/Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement related experience
• BS/BA Degree in Engineering/Business or related field, Advanced degree preferred
• Certification in standard problem-solving methodologies
• Domestic and international travel of about 10%

Highly Preferred Requirements:

• Black Belt / Master Black Belt Certifications in Lean / Six Sigma and Project Management preferred
• Medical Device experience or experience in a highly regulated industry

Preferred Requirement:

• Experience in developing and/or delivering standardized problem-solving training
• Change management certification, or experience in applying change management principles
• Project Management / PMP certification

Requisition ID:609941

Minimum Salary: $99100

Maximum Salary: $188300

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com--will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn't just business, it's personal. And if you're a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve.

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.