Lean manager

직무 / 역할

Introduces and coaches lean methods in an organisation, such as value stream mapping, 5S and standard work, and helps teams to improve their processes.

Description

A lean manager introduces lean management in an organisation and coaches the people who apply it. The work includes training in methods such as value stream mapping, 5S, standard work and kanban, leading or supporting improvement events, and helping leaders to build routines such as gemba walks and tier meetings.

The role is more about teaching and supporting than about doing the improvements for others. A lean manager tries to build the habit of problem solving in the teams, to make waste visible and to connect local improvements with the goals of the site. The role is often found in manufacturing, but also in logistics, healthcare and administration. Job titles vary, for example lean coordinator, lean coach or lean expert.

Maintained by Mirko Peters (Microsoft MVP) · Last updated: 2026-11-11