Operational Excellence Manager
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About the Role
ALFAHIM is seeking an Operational Excellence Manager to lead cost optimization and process improvement initiatives across multiple business units. The role requires expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and data analysis, with 10+ years of experience in operational excellence or management consulting.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed assessments of BU operations to identify inefficiencies
- Benchmark operational metrics vs industry best practices
- Use root cause analysis tools to pinpoint causes of inefficiencies
- Develop and prioritize cost optimization initiatives
- Apply Lean, Six Sigma, or similar frameworks to streamline processes
- Identify opportunities for shared services across BUs
- Design pilot projects and scale successful initiatives
- Partner with Strategic PMO to design and execute efficiency projects
- Work with BU leaders to gain buy in for optimization initiatives
- Develop training programs and communication plans for change management
- Deliver monthly efficiency reports to leadership
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement through workshops and recognition programs
Requirements
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- Expertise in efficiency methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Kaizen) and process mapping tools (e.g., Visio)
- Proficiency in data analysis and visualization platforms for performance diagnostics
- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project) for optimization project oversight
- 10+ years of progressive experience in operational excellence, process improvement, or management consulting
- 3+ years leading efficiency or cost optimization initiatives
- Demonstrated experience in multi sector industries such as Automotive, Real Estate, and Oil & Gas
- Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings and process improvements in a multi unit organization
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Job Purpose
- Lead efforts to identify inefficiencies and implement cost optimization strategies across Business Units.
- Analyze processes, benchmark performance, and deploy methodologies like Six Sigma to drive efficiency gains and cost savings.
- Target 5–10% cost reductions annually, enhancing group agility and profitability.
Key Accountabilities
- Conduct detailed assessments of BU operations to identify inefficiencies.
- Benchmark operational metrics vs industry best practices.
- Use root cause analysis tools to pinpoint causes of inefficiencies.
- Analyze performance data from balanced scorecards and BU reports.
- Develop and prioritize cost optimization initiatives.
- Apply Lean, Six Sigma, or similar frameworks to streamline processes.
- Identify opportunities for shared services across BUs.
- Design pilot projects and scale successful initiatives.
- Partner with Strategic PMO to design and execute efficiency projects.
- Work with BU leaders to gain buy in for optimization initiatives.
- Develop training programs and communication plans for change management.
- Deliver monthly efficiency reports to leadership.
Qualifications, Skills, & Experience
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- Expertise in efficiency methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Kaizen) and process mapping tools (e.g., Visio).
- Proficiency in data analysis and visualization platforms for performance diagnostics.
- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project) for optimization project oversight.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in operational excellence, process improvement, or management consulting.
- 3+ years leading efficiency or cost optimization initiatives.
- Demonstrated experience in multi sector industries such as Automotive, Real Estate, and Oil & Gas.
- Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings and process improvements in a multi unit organization.
- Process Optimization: Ability to streamline complex operations to deliver measurable efficiency gains.
- Data Driven Decision Making: Skill in leveraging data to identify cost saving opportunities.
- Cross Functional Leadership: Proficiency in uniting BU teams around efficiency goals.
- Change Advocacy: Capacity to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
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