Director of Operational Excellence
As the Director of Operational Excellence, you will lead teams dedicated to advancing core areas of supply chain performance, including lean practices, safety, quality, automation, data analytics, project execution, and trade compliance. This role provides executive-level leadership and plays a pivotal role in driving strategic growth initiatives.
The Director of Operational Excellence will have the following responsibilities:
- Shape and implement strategies that enhance the performance of our global manufacturing network.
- Conduct regular evaluations of our production footprint to ensure alignment with business priorities and sustainability goals.
- Champion continuous improvement across the supply chain, targeting gains in efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to foster a culture of operational excellence.
- Oversee high-priority, confidential projects with a focus on discretion and strategic impact.
- Ensure projects are executed effectively-on schedule, within budget, and aligned with scope.
- Inspire and guide cross-functional and operational teams to deliver exceptional results.
- Mentor and grow team members to build global influence and capability.
The Director of Operational Excellence should have the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field (Master's or MBA preferred)
- 15+ years of experience leading global supply chain operations
- Deep expertise in Lean principles and continuous improvement
- Multilingual abilities strongly preferred
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels and with external partners
- Willingness to travel up to 30%, including internationally
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