Warehouse Operational Excellence Specialist

Maersk Mexico; Cuautitlán; On-site; MXN 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Diversity and inclusion

Competitive compensation

Global opportunities

Job summary

Maersk Mexico is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Operational Excellence Specialist to drive continuous improvement within our Contract Logistics warehouses. You will partner with frontline teams to identify opportunities, analyze performance, and implement practical solutions that boost productivity, efficiency, and customer outcomes.

The role emphasizes Kaizen, A3 problem solving, and Lean methodologies with a focus on sustainable improvements and adherence to The Maersk Way.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, distribution center, or contract logistics with exposure to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Practical knowledge of Kaizen, A3 problem solving, Lean, or Lean Six Sigma.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with KPI/data interpretation.
• Hands-on mindset and effective communication with frontline teams.
• Intermediate English required.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of Operational Excellence initiatives within warehouse operations with frontline teams.
• Facilitate A3 problem-solving and Kaizen to identify root causes and implement improvements.
• Monitor warehouse KPIs and performance to identify gaps and opportunities.
• Coordinate improvement actions with cross-functional teams for sustainable results.
• Support adoption of The Maersk Way through visual management and standardization.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Continuous Improvement

Kaizen

A3 problem solving

Lean Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Job description

Warehouse Operational Excellence Specialist

Location: Cuautitlan, 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.

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, color, 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. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process.