Lean Director Salary in Columbia, South Carolina

How much does a Lean Director make in Columbia, SC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lean Director in Columbia, SC is $122,663. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $107,465 to $142,907, with most professionals earning between $93,629 and $161,338.

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What is a Lean Director?

The Lean Director is responsible for leading and implementing lean principles and practices within an organization to improve operational efficiency and eliminate waste. This includes developing and executing lean strategies, training and coaching employees on lean methodologies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Lean Director works closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction, and collaborates with senior leadership to align lean initiatives with overall business objectives. Additionally, the Lean Director is responsible for monitoring and measuring the effectiveness of lean initiatives and providing regular reports and updates to management. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

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What does a Lean Director do?

Common responsibilities of a Lean Director

Analyze and assess current processes and systems to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for implementation.

September 29, 2023

Lead and mentor cross-functional teams in lean methodologies and tools to drive continuous improvement and problem-solving.

October 04, 2023

Stay current on industry best practices and trends in lean management and continuously seek opportunities for improvement.

October 09, 2023

Monitor and track key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of lean initiatives and identify opportunities for further improvement.

October 12, 2023

Collaborate with senior leadership to align lean initiatives with overall business objectives and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

October 23, 2023

Collaborate with suppliers and partners to implement lean principles and practices throughout the supply chain.

October 27, 2023

Provide training and support to employees at all levels of the organization to ensure understanding and adoption of lean principles and practices.

November 02, 2023

Develop and implement lean strategies and initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reduce waste within the organization.

November 04, 2023

Lead and facilitate lean workshops, kaizen events, and value stream mapping exercises to identify and implement process improvements.

November 20, 2023

Drive a culture of accountability and ownership for lean initiatives across the organization.

November 20, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Lean Director in Columbia, SC

Average Base Salary

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107465

142907

122663

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

108625

148031

124598

What is the average salary for Lean Director in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lean Director in Columbia, SC. The base salary for Lean Director ranges from $107,465 to $142,907 with the average base salary of $122,663. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $108,625 to $148,031 with the average total cash compensation of $124,598.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$122,663	$107,465 - $142,907
Bonus	$1,935	$1,160 - $5,124
Total Pay	$124,598	$108,625 - $148,031

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Lean Director Salary Near Columbia, SC

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Sumter, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $102,881 - $136,810	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Aiken, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,349 - $142,752	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Rock Hill, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,131 - $149,111	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Florence, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $104,650 - $139,162	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Augusta, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,675 - $143,185	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Summerville, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,002 - $146,280	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC

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About Columbia, South Carolina

One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plain, across which rivers drop as falls or rapids. Columbia grew up at the fall line of the Congaree River, which is formed by the convergence of the Broad River and the Saluda River. The Congaree was the farthest inland point of river navigation. The energy of falling water also powered Columbia's early mills. The city has capitalized on this location which includes three rivers by christening itself "The Columbia Riverbanks Region". Columbia is lo...

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