Warehouse Operational Excellence Specialist

Maersk; Cuautitlán; On-site; MXN 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career opportunities with global reach

Talent development initiatives

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

Maersk is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Operational Excellence Specialist in Cuautitlán, Mexico to drive continuous improvement within our contract logistics warehouse operations.

You will work with frontline teams to identify opportunities, lead A3 problem solving, Kaizen events, monitor KPIs, and implement practical changes that boost productivity and customer outcomes. Intermediate English is required, and experience in warehouse environments with Lean methods is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, distribution center, or Contract Logistics environments with exposure to Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence.
• Knowledge of Kaizen, A3 problem solving, Lean, or Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong analytics and data interpretation to drive action.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement in warehouse operations.
• Facilitate A3 problem solving and Kaizen initiatives to identify root causes and practical improvements.
• Monitor warehouse KPIs and performance, identify gaps and opportunities.
• Coordinate with frontline teams to implement actions and sustain results.
• Support adoption of The Maersk Way through visual management and standardization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

English intermediate

Job description

Warehouse Operational Excellence Specialist

Location: Cuautitlán, Mexico

We have a vision bigger than the ocean: to be a true integrator of container logistics by connecting and simplifying our customers’ supply chains. We rely on our people to make it happen. We’re taking a major step on this journey, carrying out a vital mission: supporting our employees so they can better support our customers. We’re looking for a hands‑on Warehouse Operational Excellence Specialist to support continuous improvement initiatives directly within our Contract Logistics warehouse operations. This is a highly operational role, working closely with warehouse teams to identify improvement opportunities, analyze performance, facilitate problem‑solving, and implement practical solutions that improve productivity, efficiency, operational consistency, and customer outcomes.

What We Offer:

• Exciting career opportunities with international reach to further expand your experience through our award‑winning talent development initiatives focused on diversity.
• An energizing environment focused on innovation, designed to keep you motivated.
• A talented, genuinely diverse team guided by values that inspire passion and mutual support.
• A culture of equity, mutual respect, accountability, and care for our business and customers.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package for full‑time employees.
• Globally recognized talent policies, consistently investing in personal and professional development.
• We value the diversity of our talent and always strive to hire the best person for the job.
• We’re proud of this and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high‑performing teams.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the execution of Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement initiatives within warehouse operations, working closely with frontline and operational teams.
• Support and facilitate A3 problem‑solving and Kaizen initiatives to identify root causes, eliminate operational inefficiencies, and implement practical improvements.
• Monitor warehouse KPIs and operational performance, identifying gaps, trends, and opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, and customer outcomes.
• Work directly with warehouse operations and cross‑functional teams to coordinate and follow up on improvement actions, ensuring effective implementation and sustainable results.
• Support the adoption of Operational Excellence standards and The Maersk Way (TMW) through visual management, process standardization, follow‑up, and continuous improvement practices.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in warehouse, distribution center, Contract Logistics, or similar operational environments, with exposure to Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, process improvement, or operational projects.
• Practical knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodologies such as Kaizen, A3 Problem Solving, Lean, or Lean Six Sigma.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to work with warehouse KPIs and operational data and translate findings into practical improvement actions.
• Hands‑on mindset and strong communication skills, comfortable working directly with warehouse and frontline operational teams.
• Intermediate English required.

If you have experience in warehouse operations and Continuous Improvement and want to continue developing your career in Operational Excellence within a global organization, we’d like to hear from you.

Learn More About Us.

A.P. Moller‑Maersk is an integrated logistics company working to connect and simplify our customers’ supply chains. As a global leader in transportation and logistics, we operate around the world.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities.

We value diversity and prohibit discrimination against any candidate based on race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, nationality, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking.

Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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A.P. Moller‑Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people.

With simple end‑to‑end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end‑to‑end delivery network, Maersk enables our customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world.

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