Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. With operations in over 150 countries, we are committed to driving innovation and excellence in building technologies and integrated solutions. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we are passionate about attracting and developing top talent across the globe.

    The Kanban Manager is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and optimizing Kanban systems for project and workflow management across teams or departments. This role ensures continuous delivery, visual management of work, and process improvement by promoting Kanban principles and facilitating collaboration.

    This position is vital for helping organizations achieve flow efficiency, transparency, and incremental improvements, supporting delivery teams in reaching their goals with minimal disruptions.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Design, implement, and manage Kanban boards for multiple teams/projects.

    • Coach and educate team members and stakeholders on Kanban principles and practices.

    • Facilitate regular Kanban meetings, including daily stand-ups, replenishment meetings, and review sessions.

    • Monitor workflow, resolve bottlenecks, and enable smooth flow of work items.

    • Collect and analyze metrics (lead time, cycle time, throughput) to identify areas for improvement.

    • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support Lean/Agile transformation efforts.

    • Collaborate with Product Owners, Materials managers, and Leadership to align goals and priorities.

    • Report on team progress and performance using Kanban analytics.

    • Maintain transparency and visibility of project status across teams.

    • Lead efforts to evolve Kanban practices to fit team or organizational context.

    Requirements:

    • Proven experience working with Kanban, lean, or agile methodologies.

    • Strong facilitation and coaching skills.

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

    • Experience with digital Kanban tools

    • Analytical mindset; experience working with process metrics.

    • Ability to drive change and promote continuous improvement.

    • SAP

    • English 80%

    • Servant Leadership

    • Coaching & Mentorship

    • Problem-Solving (Bottlenecks, Blockers)

    • Focus on Customer, Quality & Value Delivery

    • Clear understanding of Kanban Principles & Practices 

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Kanban Management Professional (KMP) or similar certification.

    • Experience in software development, IT operations, or project management.

    • Background in change management or process optimization.

    What do we offer?

    • Comprehensive benefits package.

    • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

    • Supportive and inclusive work environment.

    • Commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.

    • Engagement in meaningful projects that make a difference.

     Johnson Controls does not request pregnancy or HIV testing as a condition for hiring, continued employment, or promotion, in accordance with its commitment to labor equality and non-discrimination.

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