Continuous Improvement Manager

Vanderlande; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics solutions company is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager in Pune, India. The role involves leading CI initiatives, developing strategies, and engaging with senior leadership to foster operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have 12-15 years of experience in continuous improvement, expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and strong project management skills. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of experience in continuous improvement or operational excellence.
• Proven track record in leading CI projects across business functions.
• Strong project management skills overseeing complex initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement CI roadmap across multiple functions.
• Manage a portfolio of CI projects from initiation to execution.
• Lead improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Skills

Continuous Improvement Strategy

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Data-driven decision-making

Stakeholder engagement

Training and development

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Business, Operations Management

Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or Project Management

Job description

Job Title

Continuous Improvement Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Continuous Improvement (CI) Facilitator with 12-15 years of experience to lead and support strategic, tactical, and operational improvement across the organization. This leadership role is responsible for championing, developing and executing a continuous improvement roadmap/culture, using advanced problem‑solving methodologies to drive impactful changes. As a CI Facilitator, you will work closely with senior leadership, providing expertise in CI tools and processes to embed a culture of operational excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Continuous Improvement Strategy: Develop, implement, and steer the CI roadmap across multiple business functions, aligning with the organization’s strategic objectives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Program Management: Oversee and manage a portfolio of CI projects, from initiation to execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable impact.
• Process Improvement & Problem Solving: Lead and facilitate improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other problem‑solving tools and methodologies, including root cause analysis, value stream mapping, and Kaizen.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Senior Leadership Influence: Partner with senior leadership and key stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement, facilitate workshops, and present project outcomes that support business goals.
• Data‑Driven Decision Making: Utilize data analytics to support project decision‑making and measure the impact of improvement initiatives, providing clear metrics to guide continuous improvement.
• Training & Development: Design and deliver training programs on CI methodologies and problem‑solving tools to build organizational capability and promote best practices across teams.
• Governance & Reporting: Establish and maintain governance structures, performance metrics, and reporting mechanisms to track CI project progress and impact, providing regular updates to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field; an advanced degree or certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or Project Management are preferred.
• 12‑15 years of experience in continuous improvement, program management, or operational excellence, with a proven track record in leading CI projects across various business functions.
• Expertise in CI tools and problem‑solving methodologies, including Lean, Six Sigma, root‑cause analysis, and process mapping.
• Strong project and program management skills, with the ability to oversee complex, cross‑functional initiatives from ideation through to execution.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior leadership and drive change.
• Analytical mindset and data‑driven approach, with experience in using data analytics to measure improvement impact and support strategic decisions.
• Demonstrated success in training and mentoring teams in CI practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.