Global Continuous Improvement Expert

Sidel; Parma; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global manufacturing company based in Parma is seeking a Global Continuous Improvement Expert. You will lead efforts to establish a culture of continuous improvement, implementing process optimizations across various functions. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, a track record in change management, and strong leadership skills. This role offers opportunities for significant impact in driving operational excellence.

Competenze

• 5-10 years of business experience in a global company.
• Proven track record of leading change initiatives.
• Ability to simplify complex problems.

Mansioni

• Drive and execute a comprehensive continuous improvement program.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement across functions.
• Direct and oversee continuous improvement projects.

Conoscenze

Business experience in CI, Opex, or Manufacturing

Lean expertise

Six Sigma expertise

Change management skills

Interpersonal and leadership capabilities

Communication skills

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Lean Certification

Six Sigma Black Belt

Descrizione del lavoro

Contract Type

Permanent

Country

ITALY

Location

Parma

Your opportunity

As Global Continuous Improvement (CI) Expert, you will be responsible for driving and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the Sidel organization. You will identify opportunities, implement process optimization strategies, and ensure best practices are shared and adopted across functions and regions.

Your Mission

• Drive and execute a comprehensive continuous improvement program for transactional processes for the regions/functional areas of competence, aligned with the Company's CI overall objectives and goals;
• Identify opportunities for process improvement across transactional functions, such as sales, marketing, customer service, product management, supply chain, commercial functions, finance, and customer service.
• Constantly seek, share and implement best practices among all CI teams in all Sidel businesses of the Regions and segments of competence.
• Deliver breakthrough levels of improvement in transactional processes eliminating waste and guaranteeing reliable project implementation.
• Direct and oversee continuous improvement projects, ensuring effective project planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Apply end to end transactional Lean methodologies and other process improvement techniques to analyze existing processes, identify root causes of inefficiencies, and develop improvement solutions.
• Drive the implementation of best practices and standardization initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste, and optimize resource allocation;
• Provide Leadership, Guidance and Coaching.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting employee engagement, providing training opportunities, and recognizing and rewarding achievements.

Your Profile

• 5-10 years’ business experience in a global/international company within CI, Opex, or Manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Proven track record of leading significant change initiatives in large organizations, with focus on CI in transactional processes.
• Strong expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and CI methodologies across both manufacturing and transactional environments.
• Experience leading multiple large-scale international projects across geographies.
• Demonstrated success in Lean deployment and facilitation of Kaizen events (including remote).
• Ability to combine hands‑on execution with strategic vision, engaging top leaders effectively.
• Strong coaching and change management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership capabilities, with strong communication skills at all levels.
• Solid overall business acumen and problem‑solving skills.
• High organizational skills and proactive mindset, with ability to simplify and clarify complex problems.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% across regions.
• Lean Certification, Six Sigma Black Belt required.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken). Other languages are a plus.