Director, Continuous Improvement

About the Company

e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. stands with every eye, lip, face and paw. Our deep commitment to clean, cruelty free beauty at an incredible value has fueled the success of our flagship brand e.l.f. Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes e.l.f. Cosmetics, e.l.f. SKIN, pioneering clean beauty brand Well People, Keys Soulcare, a groundbreaking lifestyle beauty brand created with Alicia Keys and Naturium, high-performance, biocompatible, clinically-effective and accessible skincare.

In our Fiscal year 24, we had net sales of $1 Billion and our business performance has been nothing short of extraordinary with 24 consecutive quarters of net sales growth. We are the #2 mass cosmetics brand in the US and are the fastest growing mass cosmetics brand among the top 5. Our total compensation philosophy offers every full-time new hire competitive pay and benefits, bonus eligibility (200% of target over the last four fiscal years), equity, flexible time off, year-round half-day Fridays, and a hybrid 3 day in office, 2 day at home work environment. We believe the combination of our unique culture, total compensation, workplace flexibility and care for the team is unmatched across not just beauty but any industry.

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Position Summary

The Director, Continuous Improvement will lead the organization in developing and sustaining a culture of Lean principles and continuous improvement. This role will be responsible for driving strategic initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering collaboration across departments to achieve business objectives. The ideal candidate will be a change leader, capable of inspiring teams to embrace innovative solutions and streamlined processes.

• Build a Culture of Lean and Continuous Improvement
• Act as a change agent, championing Lean methodologies and fostering a mindset of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Develop and implement training programs to educate employees on Lean tools, principles, and best practices.
• Inspire cross-functional teams to embrace continuous improvement.
• Use a variety of trainings, communications, and other tools (recognition programs, etc.) to engage the organization on continuous improvement

• Process Improvement
• Partner cross-functionally to identify areas of inefficiency and develop strategies for improvement.
• Utilize data-driven methodologies such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, and root cause analysis to address opportunities.
• Implement standardized processes to enhance productivity, cost, and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with leadership and peers to align key initiatives with organizational priorities.
• Monitor and measure improvements to ensure sustainable results.

• Project Management
• Lead cross-functional projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and driving cost savings.
• Establish clear project goals, timelines, and metrics for success.
• Manage resources effectively and ensure accountability for each project’s outcomes.

• Oversee the Continuous Improvement Roadmap and Track Results
• Develop, maintain, and execute the organization’s continuous improvement roadmap.
• Set clear objectives, milestones, and performance indicators.
• Track monthly savings and progress of savings to our annual goals.
• Regularly communicate progress updates to stakeholders at all levels, including functional leaders and the executive team.
• Provide leadership with data-driven insights and recommendations for further improvements.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, or related roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of leading organizational change and implementing process improvements; ability to inspire, mentor, and lead cross-functional teams
• A passion for creating impact through cross-functional collaboration, innovation, and team empowerment
• Expertise in Lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and change management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Proven project management skills: detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to effectively manage multiple workstreams
• Inclusive and collaborative across a range of internal stakeholders at all levels, with demonstrated ability to manage and lead by influence
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and PowerPoint

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. It also reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be considered, as detailed description of all the work required inherent in the job. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and it is subject to changes and exceptions at the supervisors’ discretion.

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