Lean Process Improvement Project Manager

Jobtailor; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Operations Improvement Leader in Singapore to drive process optimization across manufacturing and logistics. You will lead Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma initiatives, develop SOPs, and build dashboards to monitor performance.

The ideal candidate has 7–12 years in operations or industrial engineering, with Green Belt or higher, strong analytical chops, and proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related disciplines is required.
• 7–12 years of experience in operations, process improvement, logistics, manufacturing, or industrial engineering.
• Minimum 3 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and 5S methodologies (Green Belt certification preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional projects and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous Improvement & Productivity Optimization.
• Lead Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma initiatives to improve process flow and eliminate waste.
• Conduct workflow studies to enhance productivity.
• Develop and standardize SOPs, best practices, and operational frameworks.
• Analyze performance trends and implement actions to reduce cost, improve throughput, and enhance efficiency.
• Establish KPIs, performance dashboards, and governance structures to evaluate operational performance.
• Conduct regular reviews to identify gaps and drive corrective/preventive actions.
• Implement process control mechanisms to ensure consistency and operational stability.
• Lead and manage cross‑functional improvement projects from planning to execution.
• Conduct capacity studies to support volume forecasting and resource planning.

Skills

Lean

Kaizen

Six Sigma

5S

data analysis

performance analysis

capacity planning

process control

SOP development

KPI establishment

analytical skills

problem‑solving skills

leadership

communication skills

presentation skills

stakeholder management

project management

cross‑functional collaboration

organizational skills

prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related disciplines

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Operations Improvement Leader in Singapore to drive process optimization across manufacturing and logistics. You will lead Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma initiatives, develop SOPs, and build dashboards to monitor performance.

The ideal candidate has 7–12 years in operations or industrial engineering, with Green Belt or higher, strong analytical chops, and proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.