HR Process Excellence Lead

Stryker

. Work with Process Owners or Project Leads to identify, plan, and scope process work and improvement projects .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • Germany, United Kingdom, United States, France, Netherlands, Ireland, SpainSenior💰 £42,600 - £70,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in process improvement and operational excellence, utilizing Lean methodologies to enhance HR process management and deliver value to employees. Proficient in project management and collaboration with global stakeholders to implement effective process designs and training.

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Lean MethodologyProject ManagementHR Operations ExperienceTraining DevelopmentWorkday Experience

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Hard Skills

Process ImprovementProblem-SolvingProcess DesignChange ManagementValue Tracking

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

MiroMuralWhiteboardServiceNow

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean Certification

Industry Keywords

HR Process ManagementOperational ExcellenceBusiness LiaisonStakeholder EngagementKaizen

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with Process Owners or Project Leads to identify, plan, and scope process work and improvement projects
Act as the main business liaison for process improvements and subject matter expert in operational excellence
Improve HR process management and maturity to enhance value delivery to employees
Identify process gaps, role clarity issues, inefficiencies, needs, and pain points with HR teams and the business
Align projects with business objectives and standards through collaboration with the HR Project Management Office
Assess business impacts of process changes to inform change management and communications
Scope, lead, and manage problem-solving workshops and use Lean techniques to identify root causes and improvement opportunities
Select and analyze project measures, including process measures
Support technology assessment and selection
Develop standardized, efficient, and cost-effective process designs
Implement and operationalize new or changed processes with the business
Prepare deliverables and manage handoff to the business
Track, calculate, and capture the value of process improvements
Create Lean education materials and deliver Lean training
Lead projects using critical thinking and independent judgment
Report to the HR Process Excellence Senior Manager
Collaborate with global stakeholders across multiple regions and time zones

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree, or relevant experience, in an engineering, logistics, or technical discipline from an accredited university
2+ years of business-facing HR, HR COE, HR Operations, or other role-related experience
Lean experience through course curriculum, certification, or practical application of Lean methodology
Strong track record of accomplishments, with ability to clearly articulate achievements and impact
Experience with virtual collaboration tools such as Miro, Mural, or Whiteboard
Ability to travel up to 20%
Project management skills and/or Kaizen event experience, from initiation through full implementation
Experience with training development and delivery
Experience with Workday and ServiceNow

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote, hybrid, or onsite work flexibility
Fixed-term assignment through December 31, 2027
Comprehensive benefits package
Possible incentive compensation, such as bonus and/or commissions where applicable
Lean education and training opportunities