APAC-MEA Area - Industrial Excellence Manager

Overview

For our Global Headquarters in Luxembourg, Ferrero seeks an Industrial Excellence Manager. This is a strategic position focused on driving Process Excellence through the implementation of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and WCM (World Class Manufacturing) methodologies across multiple production sites for the APAC-MEA region. You will enhance industrial performance by improving OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and OAE (Overall Asset Effectiveness) and eliminating losses. You will directly report to the APAC-MEA Area Industrial Manager.

Ferrero is a family-owned company with iconic brands and a diverse, inclusive culture. We value care, quality, and global collaboration. Fluency in English is essential; additional languages are a plus. International travel will require at least 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment of key TPM tools, in particular Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Preventive/Preventive Maintenance (PM).
• Develop and execute continuous improvement strategies to optimize production processes, increase efficiency, and manage operational costs.
• Ensure TPM initiatives are sustained over time through robust problem-solving methodologies and regular reviews.
• Train local teams in root cause analysis to strengthen internal capabilities using a train-the-trainer approach.
• Drive cultural change by promoting Manufacturing Excellence thinking and practices across the organization; foster a collaborative environment where TPM principles are applied daily.
• Establish and monitor KPIs and KAIs to track TPM progress and use data-driven insights for decision-making and improvements.
• Assess and validate the maturity of the program at plant level via structured audits and assessments; consolidate findings for the Group-level overview.
• Define progress indicators, follow-up actions, and communication plans; ensure activities comply with industry regulations and Health & Safety and Food Safety standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering or a related scientific field.
• At least 10 years of experience in diverse manufacturing roles with strong TPM/Lean manufacturing expertise, including Autonomous Maintenance and frontline leadership experience.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience implementing World Class Manufacturing (WCM/TPM) and Lean principles, including standard work and pillars of the methodology.
• Recognized certifications such as Six Sigma (Black/Green Belt) and demonstrated ability to apply problem-solving techniques in complex and ambiguous environments.
• Strong ability to lead and coach global cross-functional teams in complex Operations environments; experience driving cultural change and engaging multinational employees.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; fluency in English is essential; additional language is a plus.
• Willingness to travel internationally (approximately 50% of the time).

Employment details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Manufacturing