Global Head of Logistics Excellence & Transformation

Arla Group; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Arla is seeking a Head of Operational Excellence in Logistics CoE to drive global strategy and execution. You will lead the Operational Excellence team, shaping standards, processes and solutions across insourced and outsourced logistics, while collaborating with markets, sites and central functions.

The role emphasizes Lean, PDCA, and digital transformation with AI, IoT, automation, and performance dashboards to deliver measurable value and sustainable improvements across the network.

Qualifications

• Experience in operational excellence, continuous improvement, or logistics transformation.
• Degree in Economics, Supply Chain, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of data-driven performance management frameworks.
• Experience with digital transformation, automation, or smart logistics.
• Leadership experience or matrix management is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Shape global strategy and long-term roadmap for logistics operational excellence.
• Define and embed common logistics standards, SOPs, playbooks and process taxonomy.
• Develop and embed the Arla Performance System for logistics and KPIs.

Skills

Operational excellence

Continuous improvement

Logistics transformation

Stakeholder management

Education

Economics degree

Supply Chain degree

Job description

Arla is seeking a Head of Operational Excellence in Logistics CoE to drive global strategy and execution. You will lead the Operational Excellence team, shaping standards, processes and solutions across insourced and outsourced logistics, while collaborating with markets, sites and central functions.

The role emphasizes Lean, PDCA, and digital transformation with AI, IoT, automation, and performance dashboards to deliver measurable value and sustainable improvements across the network.