Operational Excellence Senior Specialist

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk is seeking an Operational Excellence Specialist in the Netherlands to drive performance improvements across Logistics & Services. You will apply The Maersk Way, leading structured problem solving and guiding cross-functional teams to deliver measurable value.

You will coach on Lean, Kaizen, and A3 thinking, and facilitate workshops to embed sustainable changes. In this role you will identify root causes, remove barriers, and collaborate with Operations, Product, Finance, and Digital teams

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, supply chain, or continuous improvement environments.
• Exposure to Lean, Kaizen, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence across different levels of the organization.
• Hands-on mindset with a track record of delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment of The Maersk Way across Logistics & Services.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving and improvement initiatives.
• Lead workshops on process improvement and performance optimization.
• Identify root causes, remove barriers, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable business outcomes.

Skills

Logistics

Continuous Improvement

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Thinking

Lean

Kaizen

A3 Problem Solving

Job description

Operational Excellence Specialist

Drive Change. Improve Performance. Make an Impact.

At Maersk, we're transforming how we operate across our Logistics & Services business through The Maersk Way, our approach to performance management, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

We're looking for an Operational Excellence Specialist who is passionate about solving business challenges, improving operational performance, and helping teams embrace change. In this role, you'll work across functions and products to support the deployment of Operational Excellence practices and drive sustainable improvements that make a real business impact.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, influencing change, and turning ideas into measurable results.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the deployment and adoption of The Maersk Way across Logistics & Services
• Facilitate structured problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead workshops focused on process improvement, performance optimization, and operational efficiency
• Help teams identify root causes, remove barriers, and implement sustainable solutions

Build Performance & Improvement Culture

• Support the implementation of performance management routines and governance frameworks
• Help teams define, monitor, and improve key performance indicators
• Promote a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
• Use operational insights and data to identify opportunities and drive action

Partner Across the Business

• Collaborate with Operations, Product, Customer Experience, Finance, Sales, and Digital teams
• Support stakeholders in solving complex operational challenges
• Facilitate cross-functional improvement initiatives that deliver measurable business outcomes
• Influence and support leaders in driving change across the organization

Develop Organizational Capability

• Coach teams on Operational Excellence methodologies and best practices
• Support capability-building initiatives and knowledge sharing
• Help embed sustainable ways of working and continuous improvement behaviors

What We're Looking For

• Experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, warehousing, manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement environments
• Exposure to Operational Excellence, Lean, Kaizen, process improvement, performance management, or similar methodologies
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• The ability to influence and build relationships across different levels of an organization
• A pragmatic, hands‑on mindset with a passion for delivering results
• Experience in Logistics & Services, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Transportation, Warehousing, Manufacturing, or Supply Chain Operations
• Exposure to Lean, Kaizen, A3 Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, or Value Stream Mapping
• Experience leading improvement projects, workshops, or change initiatives
• Lean Six Sigma certification or related continuous improvement training

Why Join Maersk?

Operational Excellence is a key strategic priority at Maersk. You'll work closely with business leaders, contribute to high-impact improvement initiatives, and play an important role in shaping how we operate across Logistics & Services.

This role offers excellent exposure, development opportunities, and the chance to build deep expertise in Operational Excellence while working in a truly global organization.

As part of our pre-employment screening, we ask you to provide a VOG.

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