Regional Operations Excellence Manager EMEA

Arkema; Courbevoie; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading company in chemical manufacturing is seeking a Regional Operations Excellence Manager EMEA. This role will focus on improving productivity and process efficiency while leading a team in an international environment. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in operational excellence and a degree in chemical engineering, along with advanced leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of OPEX transformation experience.
• Proven leadership in project management.
• Fluency in English and strong communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Drive manufacturing performance and productivity.
• Identify and execute improvement opportunities.
• Lead the regional operational excellence community.

Connaissances

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Multitasking

Communication

Formation

Chemical Engineering Degree

Description du poste

Client:

Arkema

Location:

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

5a228eef8a81

Job Views:

7

Posted:

23.06.2025

Expiry Date:

07.08.2025

Job Description:

Bostik, an adhesive segment of the Arkema group, is looking for its future Regional Operations Excellence Manager EMEA for its Head Office in Colombes (92). Reporting directly to the Bostik operational excellence director, you will support top line growth by continuously improving customer satisfaction at the right cost level by producing better products, processes & services faster and cheaper in observance of the highest safety standards.

Your future responsibilities :
Drive Manufacturing Performance and Productivity
• Key Metrics Focus: Deliver improvements across:
o OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness): Enhance availability, performance, and quality.
o Plant Reliability: Implement proactive strategies to minimize downtime and failures.
o Cost per Ton (€/t): Optimize costs by eliminating inefficiencies and leveraging best practices.
Build and Execute the Operational Excellence Roadmap
• Design a clear roadmap that defines key priorities and strategic actions for the region.
• Roll out core improvement programs, such as:
o OEE and Reliability Programs: Target specific bottlenecks to boost equipment performance.
o Smart Leverage operational excellence basics such as daily performance reviews, visual KPIs, problem solving, and 5S) to engage people in continuous improvement.
Identify, Prioritize, and Execute Improvement Opportunities
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities by analyzing data and conducting site assessments.
• Prioritize initiatives based on their potential impact and feasibility.
• Ensure effective execution by leading cross-functional teams and leveraging the Green Belt/Black Belt community.
Enhance Quality Through Product and Process Modelling (PPM)
• Develop and Implement PPM Practices: Establish frameworks for Product and Process Modelling to improve manufacturing consistency, predictability, and scalability.
• Standardization: Use PPM to harmonize processes and product specifications across plants.
• Simulation and Optimization: Leverage PPM tools to simulate processes, identify inefficiencies, and optimize workflows.
Animate and Lead the Regional Operational Excellence Community
• Leadership: Act as the central figure driving collaboration and innovation within the regional operational excellence network.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing, best practices, and success stories across plants in the region.
• Organize regular forums, workshops, and training sessions to sustain engagement and momentum.
Represent Bostik Operational Excellence in Regional and Corporate Arenas
• Serve as the regional representative for Bostik’s operational excellence initiatives within Arkema corporate teams.
• Align Bostik's objectives and strategies with Arkema's overarching vision.
• Advocate for the region’s needs and successes while sharing insights from corporate initiatives back to the regional teams.
Collaborate with the Bostik Operational Excellence Community
• Actively participate in Bostik’s global operational excellence community, contributing regional insights and perspectives.
• Share feedback, results, and innovation ideas with global peers to drive continuous improvement at a company-wide level.

The profile we're looking for :
You have a demonstrated ability to articulate an appropriate vision and translate that into effective strategy initiatives and operational plans.
You got 5+ years’ experience in handling substantial OPEX related transformation and change management projects.
You have proven project management skills, strong analytical skills and numerical understanding, leadership, multitasking and decision making skills in line with Arkema values.
You are fluent English and ability to effectively communicate and evolve in an international environment
Shared leadership and multi-functional team collaboration skills should be manifested
You have team facilitation competencies (listening, idea generation, constructively challenging, influencing/secure buy-in)
You have capability of working in a matrix organization (link with corporate functions)
You have preferred Chemical engineering degree or strong experience in chemical field and processes.

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