Operational Excellence Lead

Maaden; رأس الخير; On-site; SAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Maaden is seeking an Operation Excellence Analyst in Ras Al Khair, Saudi Arabia, to drive Lean/OPEX deployment and coaching across functions. The role focuses on performance tracking, daily management routines, and Kaizen/TPM events to improve stability and efficiency.

You will design standard work, integrate it into systems, and lead change management with state assessments and closure plans. Strong Lean manufacturing and reporting skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related major.
• 7+ years of experience in Operational Excellence, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, or Performance Analysis.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies; strong reporting skills with Power BI and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Drive Lean/OPEX deployment and coaching across departments using standard tools.
• Track and report the impact of Business System tools on performance and stability.
• Facilitate daily management routines, problem solving, and Kaizen/TPM events.
• Support standard work design and integration into systems and work crews.
• Lead change management: current state assessment, gap closure plans and follow-up.
• Conduct process stability reviews and support process control audits execution.
• Coordinate internal communications, dashboards and progress reporting.
• Promote a zero-injury culture through safer work practices and waste elimination.
• Support capability building by training/coaching teams on Lean methodologies.
• Maintain governance documentation and evidence of closure for initiatives.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Power BI

Excel

Dashboards

Performance reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

English proficiency

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Job description

Role Profile

Job title: Operation Excellence Analyst

Department: Midstream Production

Job location: Ras Al Khair, Saudi Arabia

Working hours: 8 hours

Type of work: Full time

Job post start date: 10/22/2026

Job post end date: 11/5/2026

Maaden Brief

Maaden, established in 1997, is one of the fastest-growing mining companies in the world and the largest multi-commodity mining and metals company in the Middle East. We are leading the development of the mining industry to become the third pillar of Saudi Arabia's economy by building a world-class, unique, and fully integrated mining value chain.

We are pleased to share an exciting opportunity for the above mentioned position. This role offers a chance to contribute to our ambitious growth and play a key part in shaping the future of mining in the Kingdom.

Key Accountabilities

• Drive Lean/OPEX deployment and coaching across departments using standard tools.
• Track and report the impact of Business System tools on performance and stability.
• Facilitate daily management routines, problem solving, and Kaizen/TPM events.
• Support standard work design and integration into systems and work crews.
• Lead change management: current state assessment, gap closure plans and follow-up.
• Conduct process stability reviews and support process control audits execution.
• Coordinate internal communications, dashboards and progress reporting.
• Promote a zero-injury culture through safer work practices and waste elimination.
• Support capability building by training/coaching teams on Lean methodologies.
• Maintain governance documentation and evidence of closure for initiatives.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related major.

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in Operational Excellence, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, or Performance Analysis.

Skills:

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with Power BI, Excel, dashboards, and performance reporting.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Experience in petrochemical or manufacturing industries is preferred.