Manager Operational Excellence

Manager Operational Excellence – Frankfurt

Food / 3PL

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting units in implementing all levels of OPEX.
Take on an active role in OPEX project streams as appropriate and act as an auditor for units achieving the levels.
To work closely with colleagues in the units to review capacity and layout planning and benchmark against industry standards.
To provide support to units as required for tender processes and eventual start-ups – lead and manage process streams as required.
Present and document all findings clearly and concisely for management and staff.
To work alongside the employees and management in the unit to get their buy-in and cooperation for continued improvement.
Work with local management on operational restructuring of processes and ensure standardisation and consistency where possible.
Will spend up to 80% of working time travelling.

Education

Work Experience

Have at least 5 years’ experience in a similar environment
Six Sigma / Lean manufacturing
A self-starter with the ability to use initiative in a challenging environment
Proven experience in a manufacturing / food environment
Change Agent and proven team leadership skills (direct or dotted line), preferably in an industrial environment.
Desired expertise in process improvement and/or operational management including cross European experience
Team player
Prior program management / project management experience is a pre-requisite
Negotiation skills

Skills & Knowledge

Demonstrated excellent communication and influencing skills both orally and in writing
Experienced in working across different levels within the organisation and with people from a range of backgrounds
Self-starter and able to schedule and manage multiple activities in the same timeline
Understanding of data analysis and statistical tools
Experienced user of Word, Excel and Power Point.
Use English as the working language fluent in German an advantage

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