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R18101**The Role**As a Director of Operational Excellence, you will play a key role in advancing Moderna's Lean Six Sigma (LSS) capabilities and delivering impactful transformation initiatives across CMC, with an eventual path toward enterprise-level scope. You will collaborate closely with other senior leaders to execute the global OpEx strategy. This Director role is positioned to operate with independence and lead highly visible cost and performance improvement initiatives while collaborating cross-functionally.This position is ideal for someone who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, is confident working in ambiguity, and is effective at flexing communication across all levels. The role is an individual contributor position and will focus on influencing, enabling, and coaching others. This role will also play an important part in Moderna's AI journey. Candidates with experience applying AI, automation, or agent-based technologies to operational or process improvement work are highly desired.**Here’s What You’ll Do*** Serve as a key contributor to the Operational Excellence strategy within CMC and support expansion across the enterprise* Lead global, cross-functional transformation initiatives aimed at significant cost reduction, performance improvement, and value stream optimization* Operate with high independence and dynamic range—quickly assessing situations, communicating at the right altitude, and influencing across levels and functions* Design, deploy, and evolve Lean Six Sigma capability programs, including hands-on coaching for all belt levels* Act as a thought partner to senior stakeholders and functional leaders to address complex operational challenges* Translate ambiguous or incomplete inputs into actionable workstreams and frameworks* Facilitate high-impact workshops, kaizens, and value stream analysis sessions* Develop KPIs, reporting mechanisms, and operating rhythms to ensure sustainability of improvements* Collaborate with HR, L&D, and other functional teams to shape the culture and infrastructure needed to scale continuous improvement* Engage actively with Moderna's AI transformation efforts, including identifying opportunities to integrate AI into operational processes* Act as a visible coach and champion for excellence, modeling adaptability, resilience, and a bias for action**Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications)*** EDUCATION: University degree in an appropriate discipline (e.g. sciences, engineering, business); advanced degree a plus* EXPERIENCE: 10+ years of experience in Operational Excellence, Operations, or related roles within regulated industries (Pharma/Biotech preferred)* Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt**Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)*** Demonstrated ability to work in fluid, fast-paced environments and make progress in ambiguity* Strong executive communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences* Track record of influencing senior stakeholders and driving alignment across complex, matrixed organizations* Experience designing and delivering scalable LSS capability programs* Skilled in facilitation, workshop design, and change leadership* Strong project management and digital literacy (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet)* Familiarity with AI concepts, tools, and applications in an operational setting (e.g., AI agents, automation tools, digital workflows)* Strategic mindset with hands-on execution ability* Passion for continuous learning, coaching others, and making an enterprise-wide impact* A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is **Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.****Pay & Benefits****At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.
That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.*** Best-in-class healthcare coverage, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs* A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support* Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support* Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown* Savings and investment opportunities to help you plan for the future* Location-specific perks and extrasThe salary range for this role is $167,000.00 - $300,700.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs.The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.**About Moderna**Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit
to learn more about our current opportunities.**Our Working Model**As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment.**Equal Opportunities**Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law.
Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.**Accommodations**We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with #J-18808-Ljbffr
Norwood, Massachusetts:
Supply Chaintime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id:
R18101**The Role**As a Director of Operational Excellence, you will play a key role in advancing Moderna's Lean Six Sigma (LSS) capabilities and delivering impactful transformation initiatives across CMC, with an eventual path toward enterprise-level scope. You will collaborate closely with other senior leaders to execute the global OpEx strategy. This Director role is positioned to operate with independence and lead highly visible cost and performance improvement initiatives while collaborating cross-functionally.This position is ideal for someone who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, is confident working in ambiguity, and is effective at flexing communication across all levels. The role is an individual contributor position and will focus on influencing, enabling, and coaching others. This role will also play an important part in Moderna's AI journey. Candidates with experience applying AI, automation, or agent-based technologies to operational or process improvement work are highly desired.**Here’s What You’ll Do*** Serve as a key contributor to the Operational Excellence strategy within CMC and support expansion across the enterprise* Lead global, cross-functional transformation initiatives aimed at significant cost reduction, performance improvement, and value stream optimization* Operate with high independence and dynamic range—quickly assessing situations, communicating at the right altitude, and influencing across levels and functions* Design, deploy, and evolve Lean Six Sigma capability programs, including hands-on coaching for all belt levels* Act as a thought partner to senior stakeholders and functional leaders to address complex operational challenges* Translate ambiguous or incomplete inputs into actionable workstreams and frameworks* Facilitate high-impact workshops, kaizens, and value stream analysis sessions* Develop KPIs, reporting mechanisms, and operating rhythms to ensure sustainability of improvements* Collaborate with HR, L&D, and other functional teams to shape the culture and infrastructure needed to scale continuous improvement* Engage actively with Moderna's AI transformation efforts, including identifying opportunities to integrate AI into operational processes* Act as a visible coach and champion for excellence, modeling adaptability, resilience, and a bias for action**Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications)*** EDUCATION: University degree in an appropriate discipline (e.g. sciences, engineering, business); advanced degree a plus* EXPERIENCE: 10+ years of experience in Operational Excellence, Operations, or related roles within regulated industries (Pharma/Biotech preferred)* Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt**Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)*** Demonstrated ability to work in fluid, fast-paced environments and make progress in ambiguity* Strong executive communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences* Track record of influencing senior stakeholders and driving alignment across complex, matrixed organizations* Experience designing and delivering scalable LSS capability programs* Skilled in facilitation, workshop design, and change leadership* Strong project management and digital literacy (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet)* Familiarity with AI concepts, tools, and applications in an operational setting (e.g., AI agents, automation tools, digital workflows)* Strategic mindset with hands-on execution ability* Passion for continuous learning, coaching others, and making an enterprise-wide impact* A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is **Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.****Pay & Benefits****At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.
That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.*** Best-in-class healthcare coverage, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs* A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support* Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support* Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown* Savings and investment opportunities to help you plan for the future* Location-specific perks and extrasThe salary range for this role is $167,000.00 - $300,700.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs.The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.**About Moderna**Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit
to learn more about our current opportunities.**Our Working Model**As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment.**Equal Opportunities**Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law.
Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.**Accommodations**We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with #J-18808-Ljbffr