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Director - Procurement, Supply Chain & Operations at EMEA Recruitment
We are working with a global Manufacturing client who are experiencing sustained growth and expansion. As such, they have identified a need to bring in a German speaking Operational Excellence Manager to join their global Lean and Continuous Improvement (CI) programme who can work across Manufacturing plants globally.
Key Responsibilities
* Be instrumental in guiding various Plants on a project basis to enhance global, lean and CI improvements.
* Deploy strong analytical skills - crucially impacting the global production performances.
* Install key Operational Excellence principles – focusing on Waste Reduction, Smooth Flow Concepts, Process Reduction, Systematic Problem Solving.
* Work closely with the Plant Manager(s) to develop CI, Lean and Operational Excellence goals across various departments on site.
* Act in an internal consultancy manner showcasing a proactive approach to identifying improvements, building a business case, and leading the respective implementation.
You will bring previous experience of working closely within operational sites, identifying improvement plans across Production, Logistics, Warehousing, and the wider Manufacturing area.
Minimum Requirements
* Educated to degree or equivalent level in Engineering, Business Administration or Mathematics.
* A minimum of 5 years experience in a Manufacturing environment is a strong advantage with a proven background in leading people in a Project capacity.
* Exposure to Lean Six Sigma, TPM initiatives is a strong advantage - focused on improving multi-site OEE performances.
* Strong analytical skills, proven experience of using data-driven projects to influence change.
* Language skills: Fluent in English & German.
* High interpersonal and problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously.
If you are interested in applying for this Operational Excellence Manager role, please register your interest using the link below. Alternatively, please send your CV to neil.cope@emearecruitment.com or for a confidential conversation please call Neil Cope in our Zug office on +41 41 588 1867.
If you do not hear from us within two weeks, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful.
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
Seniority Level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
* Full-time
Job Function
* Management
* Industries: Staffing and Recruiting
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