Project Manager, Operations Excellence

DSV Road GmbH; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dsv Air & Sea SAU in Singapore is seeking a skilled professional for their operations team. The role involves leading continuous improvement initiatives, establishing KPIs, and managing cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing operational excellence.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in operations and process improvement. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential for driving impactful changes within the organization.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma initiatives to improve process flow.
• Establish KPIs and governance structures to evaluate performance.
• Manage cross-functional improvement projects from planning to execution.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Power BI

Data visualization tools

Job description

Job Req Number: 115008 Time Type: Full Time

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Continuous Improvement & Productivity Optimization
  • Lead Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma initiatives to improve process flow and eliminate waste.
  • Conduct workflow studies (UPH/CT, line balancing, ergonomics, layout redesign) to enhance productivity.
  • Develop and standardize SOPs, best practices, and operational frameworks.
  • Analyse performance trends and implement actions to reduce cost, improve throughput, and enhance efficiency.
• 2. Operational Excellence Governance
  • 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.
  • Support business readiness for new processes, workflow changes, and capability expansion.
• 3. Project & Program Management
  • Lead and manage cross-functional improvement projects from planning to execution.
  • Develop business cases, ROI justification, and benefit tracking for proposed initiatives.
  • Coordinate operational readiness for new programs, system rollouts, and process transitions.
  • Manage timelines, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful project outcomes.
• 4. Capacity, Resource & Manpower Planning
  • Conduct capacity studies to support volume forecasting and resource planning.
  • Build manpower models to support peak periods, headcount optimization, and cross-training programs.
  • Provide data-driven recommendations for operational scaling, resource deployment, and shift planning.
  • Drive initiatives to improve workforce flexibility and operational resilience.
• 5. Quality, Safety & Compliance
  • Strengthen a culture of quality and safety through robust processes and preventive actions.
  • Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement effective CAPA.
  • Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, internal SOPs, and audit standards.
  • Partner with Safety to improve incident reporting, hazard controls, and overall workplace safety.
• 6. Digital Transformation & Reporting
  • Develop or support digital dashboards and reporting automation using tools such as Power BI, WMS data, and workflow automation systems.
  • Improve real-time visibility of key operational metrics.
  • Reduce manual tasks by enabling system integration and automated data flows.
  • Support digitalization initiatives that streamline operations and enhance data accuracy.
• 7. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
  • Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, IT, Quality, Safety and other teams to support strategic initiatives.
  • Communicate project updates, performance results, and improvement proposals to management.
  • Facilitate cross-functional alignment and ensure all stakeholders are informed and engaged.
• 8. People Development & Culture Building
  • Coach supervisors and team members on Lean methodologies, structured problem-solving, and process discipline.
  • Build a culture of continuous improvement, ownership, and operational excellence.
  • Develop training frameworks to enhance operational competency and leadership capability.

Requirements

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