Senior Product Data Process Improvement Analyst

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

WHAT TO EXPECT

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded self-starters to join our global team. Based at our global headquarters downtown Denver, we are seeking a Senior Product Data Process Improvement Analyst.

• This is an exciting opportunity for you because you will develop new processes and strategies while collaborating with a greater team of leaders to increase efficiency and consistency across all product types at Gates!
• You will be responsible for collaborating and driving process improvement in the area of Product Data Governance.
• This position is vital to Gates because you will be developing and driving key metrics!

Key responsibilities:

Process Optimization

• Analyze and drive product data creation workflow improvement, process streamlining, and standardization
• Drive the creation of process area documentation standards or rules, tools that simplify processes as well as governance requirements
• Work cross functionally with all teams involved in item setup processes.
• Willingness to step outside the box, solve complex problems with new perspectives guided by internal and external analysis.

Project Management

Data Driven Self-Starter/Entrepreneurial mindset

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor's degree required
• 7+ years related experience
• Entrepreneurial or intrapreneurial spirit and self-starter mindset
• Project management experience required
• Experience with Windchill, Oracle and SAP preferred.
• CI Experience: Lean, Six Sigma or similar methodology experience
• Communication, collaboration, and presentation experience required
• Continuous improvement or process improvement experience required
• Travel: up to 10%
• Excited to work in the office with great teammates
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship

PAY & BENEFITS

• Full-Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

While we expect the best, we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to your ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit www.gates.com/careers to learn more.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

At Gates, we believe that we are better together. Proximity has been important to our success over the years as there are critical items that are simply better when done together. One of those critical items is efficient collaboration. We cannot underestimate the power of informal conversations and connecting face-to-face with our coworkers.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

ARE YOU DRIVEN BY POSSIBILITY?

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