Manager, Operational Excellence

Noble Corporation; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal growth

Training & development

Medical & dental coverage

Pension & RRSP

Additional insurance coverage

Student Loan Repayment Benefit

Supportive team

Job summary

Noble Corporation is seeking a Manager of Operational Excellence to lead high-impact improvement initiatives that streamline processes and boost efficiency across the organization. You will partner with leaders to translate strategy into scalable operating models and drive change with measurable outcomes.

This role emphasizes leveraging technology, AI, and data insights to enhance performance, with a focus on cross-functional transformation and robust governance.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of relevant professional experience, with 3+ years directly leading operational improvement, transformation, process excellence, or similar initiative.
• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.
• PMP Certification is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, building alignment and support for initiatives and change.
• Strong execution mindset with the ability to prioritize, coordinate resources, and drive initiatives forward in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex information, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Noble's operational excellence strategy, identifying and prioritizing opportunities that improve performance, scalability, and business value.
• Drive transformation initiatives that strengthen operations across our profit centres, distribution centre, transportation network, and support functions.
• Identify and implement opportunities to simplify workflows, standardize processes, and eliminate operational inefficiencies.
• Partner with leaders across the business to translate strategic objectives into streamlined, customer-centric, and scalable operating models.
• Leverage technology, automation, AI, and data insights to improve decision-making and operational performance.
• Lead cross-functional transformation initiatives from concept through execution, ensuring clear accountability, effective governance, and measurable outcomes.
• Establish meaningful KPIs, performance metrics, and reporting to track progress and identify new opportunities.
• Build alignment and successfully lead change by influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Champion a culture of innovation, accountability, and operational excellence that supports Noble's long-term growth strategy.

Skills

Operational leadership

Process improvement

Transformation

Stakeholder engagement

Data analytics

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree / Diploma in related field

Job description

The Manager, Operational Excellence drives continuous improvement across Noble by leading high-impact initiatives that streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and leverage technology, automation, and data to deliver measurable business results. Partnering with leaders across the organization, this role fosters alignment, enables sustainable change, and champions a culture of innovation and operational excellence.

What We Offer You:

• Internal growth opportunities
• Access to training and development programsComprehensive benefits package:
• Medical & Dental coverage
• Pension and RRSP contribution opportunities
• Additional insurance coverage
• We invest in our most important asset: our teammates—now offering a Student Loan Repayment Benefit!
• An opportunity to be part of asupportive and close-knit team!

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

When you join Team Noble, success is in store for you too.

How you Contribute to Noble's Success

• Lead Noble's operational excellence strategy, identifying and prioritizing opportunities that improve performance, scalability, and business value.
• Drive transformation initiatives that strengthen operations across our profit centres, distribution centre, transportation network, and support functions.
• Identify and implement opportunities to simplify workflows, standardize processes, and eliminate operational inefficiencies.
• Partner with leaders across the business to translate strategic objectives into streamlined, customer‑centric, and scalable operating models.
• Leverage technology, automation, AI, and data insights to improve decision‑making and operational performance.
• Lead cross‑functional transformation initiatives from concept through execution, ensuring clear accountability, effective governance, and measurable outcomes.
• Establish meaningful KPIs, performance metrics, and reporting to track progress and identify new opportunities.
• Build alignment and successfully lead change by influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Champion a culture of innovation, accountability, and operational excellence that supports Noble's long‑term growth strategy.

Must Haves and Nice to Haves

• 5–8+ years of relevant professional experience, with 3+ years directly leading operational improvement, transformation, process excellence, or similar initiative
• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.
• PMP Certification is considered an asset
• Demonstrated ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, building alignment and support for initiatives and change.
• Strong execution mindset with the ability to prioritize, coordinate resources, and drive initiatives forward in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to assess complex information, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions.

Who We Are

From our beginning as a plumbing supplier, Noble has grown to serve the trade in HVAC, Hydronics, Industrial, and Fire Protection. From construction through to maintenance and renovation, we offer an incredible assortment of leading brands.

While we’ve grown and continue to expand, one thing about Noble that hasn’t changed is our commitment to delivering the best service in our industry.

Today, we still judge our success by our customers’ successes. That’s why our teammates are passionate about providing exceptional customer experiences and delivering the best value‑added service in the business.

When you join Team Noble, success is in store for you, too!

As a Noble teammate you have the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills consistent with our business. We provide the resources, training, and opportunities to thrive.

We value diversity, and strive to make everyone feel included and respected. Noble is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principles and practices of employment equity, and encourage all qualified individuals, including women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal Peoples to apply for our career opportunities. Should you require any assistance during the application process, please contact us at 905-760-3644 with reference to the Job Title.

We thank all applicants for their expression of interest. Those who are shortlisted for further review will be contacted directly.