Project Manager Supply Chain Operational Excellence

Real Staffing; Amsterdam; On-site; USD 70,069 - 116,782; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a dynamic Operational Excellence Project Manager to lead supply chain improvements. This role involves developing strategies, managing projects, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze data, drive productivity initiatives, and support digital transformation. If you are passionate about operational excellence and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a global distribution hub.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent with 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain.
• Proven track record in LEAN management and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute projects within the OE strategy.
• Provide Yellow Belt training and support project implementations.
• Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving workshops.

Skills

LEAN principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Coaching

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Supply Chain / Logistics, Business Administration, or Engineering

Tools

Data analysis tools

Advanced analytics technologies

Job description

Project Manager Supply Chain Operational Excellence (TR/4006444) Amsterdam, Netherlands

Project Manager Supply Chain Operational Excellence

We are looking for an innovative and enthusiastic Operational Excellence Project Manager who enjoys challenges and is eager to learn and develop.

Description
The Operational Excellence Project Manager’s core responsibilities are:

• Act as an OE role model;
• Oversee and execute on various projects;
• Develop and maintain performance metrics that track improvements;
• Support digital transformation;

The Operational Excellence Project Manager will report to the Manager Enablement and will work together daily with the enablement team and other stakeholders overseeing and executing various projects within the OE strategy of the Global Distribution Hub EMEA organization.

Accountabilities

• Develop/maintain OE strategy and roadmap within GDH EMEA.
• Foster a culture of OE and Continuous Improvement.
• Anticipate change, initiate innovative Supply Chain concepts & services.
• Drive productivity initiatives within the Global Distribution Hub EMEA Organization.
• Develop/evolve and apply data tool set to analyze processes and realize improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute on established projects within the OE strategy.
• Provide Yellow Belt training.
• Support and guide yellow/green belt project implementations.
• Use a variety of data sources to blend, consolidate and analyze data for efficient delivery and reporting.
• Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving and process improvement workshops, such as Lessons Learned and Retrospectives (Fishbone / 5-Why).
• Leverage advanced analytics and visualization technologies.

Qualifications
The knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of this position are typically acquired through the following combination of education, experience and knowledge, or the equivalent.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent related to Supply Chain / Logistics, Business Administration, or Engineering & 5+ years of directly related experience.
• Understanding of OE and LEAN principles.
• Proven track record in LEAN management (Green Belt certified).
• Experience with coaching people on Kaizens/projects.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Experience in working in an international environment, ability to liaise/communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Fluency in English, in both oral and written communication.

Preferred attributes

• Black Belt certified.
• Good understanding of GDP and pharmaceutical regulations.
• Solid understanding of warehouse operations and supply chain concepts.