Continuous Improvement Manager

Air Liquide; Argentina; Presencial; ARS 1.200.000 - 1.600.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading global gases company is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead impactful projects aimed at enhancing efficiencies across various business functions. The successful candidate will have a strong focus on process improvement, collaboration with teams, and a solid background in project management. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years in process improvement, and proficiency in English and Spanish.

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in a role focused on process improvement, preferably in a shared services center.
• Experience with invoice flow management is a plus.
• A proven track record of successful project management.

Responsabilidades

• Lead efforts for continuous improvement across various teams.
• Establish key performance indicator analysis and suggest action plans.
• Organize training and development to address competency gaps.

Conocimientos

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Experienced in problem-solving

Continuous improvement mindset

Digital mindset for systems automation

Disciplined organizational skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Descripción del empleo

Overview

The Continuous Improvement Manager reports directly to the Sr Director PMO & C-IMP. This position is responsible for leading and managing continuous improvement projects and initiatives across various business functions within the Business Service Center. The role ensures that processes are efficient, cost-effective, and align with company standards and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Project Management and Implementation:

  • Lead efforts to pursue continuous improvement for end-to-end processes in collaboration with various teams.

  • Propose and follow up on improvement and efficiency projects.

  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, group policy, deadlines, and internal control practices.

  • Research and drive the implementation of best practices and new technologies.

• Performance Analysis and Optimization:

  • Establish key performance indicator analysis, suggesting and following up on relevant action plans.

  • Ensure an efficient communication between different teams and that objectives and priorities are met.

  • Assist with the research and resolution of issues that create bottlenecks in processes.

  • Take on the role of Business Process Owner to drive process enhancements.

• Collaboration and Training:

  • Ensure seamless cooperation among team members on cross-functional initiatives with Human Resources, Accounting, and IT departments.

  • Organize training and development to address competency gaps for current and potential roles.

  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with external providers of benchmarking opportunities.

  • Promote a business process excellence culture by working effectively with process and functional leaders.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required, or 8+ years of equivalent work experience managing AP functions.

Experience/Certifications

• 5+ years of experience in a progressive role focused on process improvement, preferably in a shared services center.

• Experience with invoice flow management is a plus.

• A proven track record of successful project management and implementation.

Language Requirements

• English proficiency required [B2/C1].

• Spanish mandatory.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Experienced in problem-solving.

• Continuous improvement mindset for process enhancements.

• Digital mindset for systems automation and connectivity.

• Ability to advise management on all aspects of processes and related practices.

• Disciplined organizational skills and time management.

Our Differences

At Air Liquide, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.