Lean Expert (m/f/d)

Pacific International Executive Search; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific International Executive Search is seeking a Lean Resident Expert to lead process improvements across production and logistics in the Netherlands. You will define standards, implement best practices, and drive efficiency for perishable goods operations at flagship sites.

You will apply Lean and Six-Sigma tools, map value streams, and partner with plant leaders to deliver focused operational enhancements in a dynamic, international environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration or Engineering.
• 3–5 years of experience with Lean tools and techniques.
• Lean/Opex experience; Black Belt/Green Belt a plus.
• Ability to interpret complex data and draw insights.

Responsibilities

• Highlight and develop business improvement opportunities across Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery.
• Coordinate implementation of Lean best practices and methods.
• Apply Lean and Six-Sigma tools (e.g., mapping, kaizen, SMED, FMEA).
• Collaborate with plant GM, process and shift managers to implement improvements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Data Analysis

Process Improvement

Change Management

Education

Business Administration

Engineering

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Value Stream Mapping

Kaizen

Job description

Pacific International Recruitment is an exclusive recruitment consultancy with over 25 years of experience in placing specialists and executives. With our headquarters in London and additional locations in Düsseldorf and Philadelphia, we provide targeted support to our clients and candidates across EMEA, APAC, and the USA.

We have partnered with a world-leading food processing company with 40,000 FTEs across six continents with a turnover of +5bn EUR. Due to extremely high year-on-year growth, our client is looking to heavily re-invest into its company-wide OPEX program. For this reason, Pacific-International has been retained to identify a Lean Manufacturing Manager which will be working at one of their flagship sites and competence centres in the Netherlands.

Join their team as a Lean Resident Expert and play a pivotal role in their journey towards operational excellence. You'll help transform this organization by defining and implementing standards and best practices across all functional areas, optimizing processes, and maximizing efficiency. With a focus on assessing site potential, you'll address time-sensitive opportunities in production, logistics, safety, and workforce management. Your expertise will drive innovation and ensure their two production sites excel in handling perishable goods and diverse workforce dynamics. If you're excited about dynamic, international environments and are ready to make a significant impact, seize this opportunity for career advancement with the organization!

Key Responsibilities:

• Highlights and develops business improvement opportunities that will benefit Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery.
• Support coordination of implementation of best practice solutions based on Lean principles and Lean methods.
• Using Lean and Six-Sigma tools and principles such as: process mapping, kaizen events, value-stream mapping, SMED, Poka-yoke, FMEA, C&E analysis, 5S etc.
• Partners with plant’s general manager, process managers and shift managers (in the operation) to plan and execute operational and tactical improvements.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or relatable subject
• 3-5 years of experience working with Lean Manufacturing tools & techniques
• Lean Manufacturing/Opex experience is preferred (Blackbelt or Greenbelt certification advantageous)
• Ability to process and interpret complex data, analytical.

About Pacific International Executive Search:

Pacific International, a globally recognized retained executive search firm, is dedicated to empowering Fortune 500, FTSE 100, and high-growth enterprises in building exceptional C-suite, senior-level, and strategic leadership teams while championing diversity and inclusion. Our adaptability, agility, and forward-thinking ethos distinguish us in the ever-evolving business landscape.

Since 1997, we have been dedicated to building lasting client partnerships based on trust and reliability, and a proven track record of successful C‑suite and mid- to senior-level leadership project delivery across many key industries globally.

At Pacific International, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and we proudly champion diversity on behalf of our clients in every Executive Search mandate we undertake. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. In pursuit of these objectives, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.