Chemical engineer & Continuous improvement (CH) - F / M / X

We are seeking a Global Change Agent (GCA) – Operational Excellence – F / M / X to lead continuous improvement and transformation projects across our 40 international production sites. This high-impact, on-site role (with up to 2 remote days per week) requires up to 40% international travel and strong experience in production management, Lean methodologies, and project leadership within industrial environments.

Responsibilities :

• Lead and execute operational excellence and continuous improvement projects across our international production sites.
• Conduct on-site diagnostic workshops to analyze production processes, recipes, and equipment, delivering actionable recommendations for optimization.
• Design and implement pilot phases in selected plants, followed by full-scale rollouts across all sites globally.
• Oversee and manage continuous improvement programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational efficiency.
• Apply Lean methodologies to drive process optimization and waste reduction.
• Collaborate closely with site managers, production teams, and technical experts to ensure successful project delivery and sustainable transformation.
• Foster a culture of operational excellence, innovation, and high performance throughout the organization.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, adapting to diverse cultural and operational environments.

Your Profile :

• You hold a degree in process engineering, chemical engineering, or a related industrial discipline, or have equivalent industrial experience.
• You have between 5 and 15 years of experience in production environments, ideally within the chemical industry.
• You have a solid background as a production manager or engineer, with hands-on experience in project management and continuous improvement.
• You are certified in Lean methodologies (minimum Lean Six Sigma Green Belt).
• You have a proven ability to lead complex transformation projects and implement best practices across multiple sites.
• You possess excellent communication and influencing skills.
• You are fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Our Company Culture :

• Agility : Evolving in a flexible, dynamic, and stimulating environment.
• International : Benefit from international collaborations and numerous mobility opportunities.
• Intrapreneurship : Get involved in parallel initiatives or develop your own Business Unit.
• Listening Management : Receive personalized support throughout your professional journey.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic.