Operational Excellence Manager (m/f)

Job Overview

Join us as our new Operational Excellence Manager at Arpajon, France. This role leads the implementation of Novonesis' improvement methodology (Go for Excellence). You will ensure that processes are continually evaluated and optimized while training and coaching others. Your efforts will play a crucial role in achieving ambitious stretch targets in Safety, Sustainability, Quality, Capacity, and Decoupling cost from Growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive performance by leading major improvement projects and other strategic initiatives to deliver measurable and impactful results.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and problem‑solving through effective training and coaching.
• Support continuous improvement and standardization efforts in close collaboration with the site Leadership Team.
• Facilitate the strategy deployment and governance process to ensure alignment with corporate objectives, working closely with the Head of Plant.
• Actively contribute as a member of the global network of excellence partners, sharing best practices and driving innovation.

Ideal Candidate

• An academic background: Bachelor of Science in biology, chemical or industrial engineering or a related field. Greenbelt/Blackbelt certification.
• Minimum 4‑6 years of experience in operational excellence.
• Display strong organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated comprehensive use of Lean principles.
• Demonstrated skills of interacting with senior leadership and influencing organizations without formal authority.
• Ability to coach and challenge senior leadership in Lean principles. Strong workshop facilitator and ability to communicate with influence.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and a results‑driven mindset.
• Experience in managing and executing large‑scale continuous improvement projects.
• Proficiency in data analysis, and process mapping.

Please note: This is an onsite role based at our Arpajon site with flexibility to work from home.

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.