Performance Excellence Delivery Lead

Job description

The Position

At Roche, we are committed to delivering greater benefits to our patients. To achieve this, we are seeking a hands-on Operational Excellence expert to drive breakthrough performance improvements and build long-term capabilities.

This role is about delivering step-change improvements, not just marginal gains, by embedding structured, data-driven methodologies that enhance efficiency, quality, and overall operational performance. As a member of the Performance Excellence Delivery team within our Pharmaceutical Global Operational Excellence organization, you will work with site teams, integrating traditional Lean principles with cutting-edge digital solutions to drive true transformation. Our Holistic and well-defined Breakthrough Methodology follows four key steps: Diagnose, Design, Implement, and Sustain, ensuring a structured and lasting impact.

This is a role for a true impact driver, someone who thrives in hands-on environments, collaborates closely with teams, and is passionate about accelerating performance and creating tangible, sustainable results.

The Opportunity

• On-Site Performance Improvement – Partner with local teams to identify and implement measurable and sustainable operational enhancements  

• Breakthrough Performance Gains – Lead structured initiatives that go beyond incremental changes, driving significant improvements in quality, efficiency, and productivity

• Sustainable Capability Building – Coach and develop teams to adopt best-in-class methodologies, embedding long-term operational excellence

• Systematic, Data-Driven Approach – Apply proven frameworks to ensure measurable, repeatable success

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